December weather forecast
Lorain, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lorain, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). Lorain temperatures generally rest at a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lorain is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lorain, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.7 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lorain are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lorain, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 18.23" (463mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lorain, Pennsylvania, is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lorain?

In Lorain, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lorain?

The average relative humidity in December in Lorain, Pennsylvania, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lorain?

In Lorain, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lorain in December?

In Lorain, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lorain?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lorain, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lorain have in December?

The average day length in December in Lorain is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lorain?

On the first day of December in Lorain, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lorain?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lorain is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lorain?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lorain?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lorain is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lorain, PA

Average temperature in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Lorain, PA

Average pressure in December - Lorain, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Lorain, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lorain, PA

Average humidity in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Lorain, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Lorain, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lorain, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lorain, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lorain, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lorain, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lorain, PA

Average UV index in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lorain, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Lorain, PA

Average visibility in December - Lorain, 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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