December weather forecast
West Goshen, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West Goshen, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Goshen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In West Goshen, Pennsylvania, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West Goshen, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Goshen, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Goshen, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Goshen, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Goshen?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Goshen have in December?

In West Goshen, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Goshen is 4.8h.

What is the month 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Goshen, PA

Average temperature in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
West Goshen, PA

Average pressure in December - West Goshen, 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
West Goshen, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
West Goshen, PA

Average humidity in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
West Goshen, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
West Goshen, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Goshen, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Goshen, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Goshen, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Goshen, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Goshen, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
West Goshen, PA

Average UV index in December - West Goshen, 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
West Goshen, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Goshen, 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
West Goshen, PA

Average visibility in December - West Goshen, 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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