December weather forecast
Hesston, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hesston, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) from November's frosty 48.2°F (9°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hesston, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hesston, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 17.6" (447mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hesston. In Hesston, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Hesston, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hesston.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hesston in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hesston are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hesston?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hesston?

In December, in Hesston, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hesston in December?

In Hesston, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hesston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hesston have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hesston?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hesston?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hesston, Pennsylvania, is 4.4h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hesston, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hesston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hesston, PA

Average temperature in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°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 (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hesston, PA

Average pressure in December - Hesston, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hesston, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hesston, PA

Average humidity in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hesston, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hesston, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hesston, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hesston, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hesston, 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hesston, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hesston, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hesston, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hesston, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Hesston, PA

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

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

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