December weather forecast
Kennywood Park, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kennywood Park, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Kennywood Park, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kennywood Park, Pennsylvania. In Kennywood Park, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Kennywood Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Kennywood Park, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Kennywood Park, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kennywood Park?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kennywood Park, Pennsylvania, during December are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kennywood Park?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kennywood Park?

In Kennywood Park, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kennywood Park in December?

In Kennywood Park, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kennywood Park?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kennywood Park have in December?

In December, the average day length in Kennywood Park is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kennywood Park?

On the first day of December in Kennywood Park, 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 many hours of sunshine does Kennywood Park have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kennywood Park is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kennywood Park?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kennywood Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average temperature in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average pressure in December - Kennywood Park, 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
Kennywood Park, PA

Average wind speed in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average humidity in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average rainfall in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average snowfall in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
Kennywood Park, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kennywood Park, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average UV index in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Kennywood Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Kennywood Park, PA

Average visibility in December - Kennywood Park, 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, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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