December weather forecast
West Springfield, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in West Springfield, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). West Springfield experiences a steady nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in West Springfield is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Springfield, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.6 rainfall days, and 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In West Springfield, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In West Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 58 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Springfield, Pennsylvania, is 2.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Springfield, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Springfield, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in West Springfield, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Springfield?

In West Springfield, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In West Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
West Springfield, PA

Average temperature in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
West Springfield, PA

Average pressure in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Springfield, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
West Springfield, PA

Average humidity in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
West Springfield, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
West Springfield, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Springfield, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Springfield, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 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 Springfield, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Springfield, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Springfield, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
West Springfield, PA

Average visibility in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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