December weather forecast
Westland, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Westland, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). During the month of December, Westland experiences a steady low-temperature average of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Westland, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.6 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Westland, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Westland. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Westland experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Westland, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Westland, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Westland, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Westland, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Westland, PA

Average temperature in December - Westland, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Westland, PA

Average pressure in December - Westland, 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
Westland, PA

Average wind speed in December - Westland, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Westland, PA

Average humidity in December - Westland, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Westland, PA

Average rainfall in December - Westland, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Westland, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Westland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westland, PA

Average snowfall in December - Westland, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westland, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Westland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Westland, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westland, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westland, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Westland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Westland, PA

Average UV index in December - Westland, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Westland, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Westland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Westland, PA

Average visibility in December - Westland, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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