December weather forecast
West Bethany, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in West Bethany, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). West Bethany experiences a mean low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In West Bethany, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Bethany, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.1" (155mm) of snow. In West Bethany, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.2 days and aggregates up to 29.02" (737mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Bethany, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in West Bethany in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Bethany, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Bethany, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In West Bethany, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Bethany?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Bethany, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Bethany have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in West Bethany is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Bethany?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In West Bethany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Bethany, PA

Average temperature in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
West Bethany, PA

Average pressure in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Bethany, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
West Bethany, PA

Average humidity in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
West Bethany, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
West Bethany, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Bethany, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Bethany, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Bethany, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Bethany, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Bethany, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
West Bethany, PA

Average UV index in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
West Bethany, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Bethany, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
West Bethany, PA

Average visibility in December - West Bethany, 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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