December weather forecast
Upper Glasgow, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Upper Glasgow, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

In Upper Glasgow, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C) is noted.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Upper Glasgow, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Upper Glasgow, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Upper Glasgow, is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Upper Glasgow?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Upper Glasgow, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Upper Glasgow?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Upper Glasgow have in December?

In Upper Glasgow, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Upper Glasgow, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Upper Glasgow?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Upper Glasgow, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average temperature in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average pressure in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average wind speed in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average humidity in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average rainfall in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average snowfall in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average UV index in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Upper Glasgow, PA

Average visibility in December - Upper Glasgow, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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