December weather forecast
West Torresdale, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West Torresdale, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, West Torresdale sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In the month of December, West Torresdale experiences an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Torresdale, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Torresdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In West Torresdale, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in West Torresdale 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Torresdale, is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Torresdale, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Torresdale, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Torresdale, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Torresdale, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

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

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

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 in West Torresdale, Pennsylvania.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - West Torresdale, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average pressure in December - West Torresdale, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Torresdale, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average humidity in December - West Torresdale, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
West Torresdale, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Torresdale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Torresdale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Torresdale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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 Torresdale, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Torresdale, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Torresdale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
West Torresdale, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December - West Torresdale, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
West Torresdale, PA

Average visibility in December - West Torresdale, 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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