Typical Weather in Pittsburgh, PA in December
40° F Avg High
28° F Avg Low
6 Rainy Days
☀️ Temperature Summary
December is one of the cooler months of the year for Pittsburgh, with highs averaging around 40°F. You can expect overnight lows near 28°F most days. Temperatures will usually fall as the month goes on, with daily high temperatures ranging between 46°F and 39°F.
You may want to consider a warmer month to visit Pittsburgh, unless you're ready to brave the cold. If you're looking to travel when it's warmer, you might consider visiting in November instead, when daily highs are typically closer to 51°.
High Temps Throughout the Year
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☔ Rain Summary
In December you can expect close to a 19% chance of rain for any given day. It rains less than usual in December, with total rainfall for the month typically near 3 inches.
Rainfall Throughout the Year
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