December weather forecast
Williamstown, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Williamstown, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). Williamstown's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Williamstown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Williamstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Williamstown, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Williamstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.2 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Williamstown, 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Williamstown, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Williamstown, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Williamstown have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Williamstown?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Williamstown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Williamstown, PA

Average temperature in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Williamstown, PA

Average pressure in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Williamstown, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Williamstown, PA

Average humidity in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Williamstown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Williamstown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Williamstown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Williamstown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Williamstown, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Williamstown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Williamstown, PA

Average UV index in December - Williamstown, 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
Williamstown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Williamstown, PA

Average visibility in December - Williamstown, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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