December weather forecast
Willow Hill, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Willow Hill, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Willow Hill observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Willow Hill, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Willow Hill, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Willow Hill, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) 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 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Willow Hill, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 Willow Hill?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average temperature in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average pressure in December - Willow Hill, 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
Willow Hill, PA

Average wind speed in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average humidity in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average rainfall in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average snowfall in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Willow Hill, 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: 4h and 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average UV index in December - Willow Hill, 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
Willow Hill, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Willow Hill, PA

Average visibility in December - Willow Hill, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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