December weather forecast
Strasburg, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Strasburg, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, Strasburg's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In Strasburg, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Strasburg, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Strasburg, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Strasburg, there are 24.5 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Strasburg in December has an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Strasburg, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Strasburg?

In Strasburg, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Strasburg?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Strasburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Strasburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Strasburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Strasburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Strasburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Strasburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Strasburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Strasburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

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
Strasburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Strasburg, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Strasburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Strasburg, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Strasburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Strasburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Strasburg, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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