December weather forecast
Wampum, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wampum, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Wampum, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wampum, during December, snow falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Wampum, during the entire year, snow falls for 69 days and aggregates up to 17.17" (436mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Wampum, Pennsylvania. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wampum, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wampum, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wampum, in December, snow falls for 14.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wampum, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Wampum, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wampum, PA

Average temperature in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wampum, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wampum, PA

Average wind speed in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Wampum, PA

Average humidity in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Wampum, PA

Average rainfall in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Wampum, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wampum, PA

Average snowfall in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wampum, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wampum, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wampum, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Wampum, PA

Average UV index in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wampum, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Wampum, PA

Average visibility in December - Wampum, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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