December weather forecast
Forest Hills, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and max 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Forest Hills is 84%.

Rainfall

In Forest Hills, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Forest Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.2 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Forest Hills, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 25.51" (648mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Forest Hills is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Forest Hills, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Forest Hills?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Forest Hills during December are 39.2°F (4°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Forest Hills?

In December, the average relative humidity in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Forest Hills in December?

In Forest Hills, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Forest Hills in December?

In December, in Forest Hills, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forest Hills?

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

How many hours of daylight does Forest Hills have in December?

In December, the average day length in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Forest Hills?

On the first day of December in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Forest Hills?

The average sunshine duration in December in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Forest Hills?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Forest Hills.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Forest Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average temperature in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°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 (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average pressure in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Forest Hills, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average humidity in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average rainfall in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average snowfall in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Hills, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average UV index in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Forest Hills, PA

Average visibility in December - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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