December weather forecast
West Point, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Point, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.1°F (5.6°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). The average temperature drops to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In West Point, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Point are January through May, November and December. In West Point, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In West Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) 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 in West Point, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Point. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, West Point experiences an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Point, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Point, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

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

In West Point, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Point, PA

Average temperature in December - West Point, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
West Point, PA

Average pressure in December - West Point, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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 Point, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
West Point, PA

Average humidity in December - West Point, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
West Point, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Point, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
West Point, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Point, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Point, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Point, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Point, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Point, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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 Point, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Point, 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: 5h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
West Point, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Point, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
West Point, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December - West Point, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
West Point, PA

Average visibility in December - West Point, 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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