December weather forecast
Washingtonville, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Washingtonville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Washingtonville, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Washingtonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Washingtonville, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Washingtonville in December?

In Washingtonville, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Washingtonville, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Washingtonville in December?

In Washingtonville, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Washingtonville, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Washingtonville, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average pressure in December - Washingtonville, 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
Washingtonville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average humidity in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washingtonville, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average UV index in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Washingtonville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Washingtonville, PA

Average visibility in December - Washingtonville, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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