December weather forecast
Westwood Heights, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Westwood Heights, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Westwood Heights reports a steady low-temperature average of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In Westwood Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Westwood Heights, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Westwood Heights, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Westwood Heights, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Westwood Heights. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Westwood Heights, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Westwood Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Westwood Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Westwood Heights, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westwood Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Westwood Heights, 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
Westwood Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westwood Heights, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Westwood Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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