Philadelphia (PA)
December
Weather in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for December 2026
Your guide to Philadelphia weather in December - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Philadelphia during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Philadelphia at the beginning of December is 7.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 6.7 °C by the end of December.
Philadelphia experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 155.5 mm.
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Philadelphia Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Philadelphia
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December weather in Philadelphia day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Overcast | 6° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Moderate rain | 8° /2° | 19.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Light rain | 10° /3° | 8.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Cloudy | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Light rain | 6° /-1° | 2.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Light rain | 9° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 |  Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Light rain | 6° /-1° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Light rain | 10° /1° | 7.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Moderate rain | 10° /3° | 20.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 |  Light snow | 6° /-1° | 6.3 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Light rain | 6° /-1° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Light snow | 8° /2° | 7.3 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Light snow | 8° /3° | 6.8 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Moderate rain | 8° /1° | 11 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Light rain | 6° /-1° | 7.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 |  Patchy rain possible | 4° /-2° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 |  Sunny | 5° /-1° | 0.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Light rain | 5° /-2° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-2° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Light rain | 5° /0° | 3.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Light rain | 7° /0° | 4.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Light snow | 4° /-1° | 9.5 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Light rain | 7° /1° | 9.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /3° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Light rain | 8° /3° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Light rain | 8° /2° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Philadelphia in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Philadelphia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Philadelphia in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Philadelphia during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Philadelphia during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 155.5 mm is expected in Philadelphia during December, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Philadelphia in December 2026?
Philadelphia typically sees 9.1 cm of snowfall during December.
What are the typical wind conditions in Philadelphia during December?
The average wind speed in Philadelphia during December is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Philadelphia snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Philadelphia sees 1 snowy days during December, with approximately 9.1 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Philadelphia
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Typically, Philadelphia has 9 rainy days in December with a total of 155.5 mm of rainfall.
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