December weather forecast
Whitaker, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whitaker, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

A shift in Whitaker's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). An average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In Whitaker, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Whitaker, 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 Whitaker, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests 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. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 39.6°F (4.2°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Whitaker, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Whitaker, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whitaker?

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

How many hours of daylight does Whitaker have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 Whitaker have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Whitaker, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Whitaker, PA

Average temperature in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average pressure in December
Whitaker, PA

Average pressure in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Whitaker, PA

Average wind speed in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average humidity in December
Whitaker, PA

Average humidity in December - Whitaker, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitaker, PA

Average rainfall in December - Whitaker, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitaker, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Whitaker, PA

Average snowfall in December - Whitaker, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitaker, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Whitaker, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitaker, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average UV index in December
Whitaker, PA

Average UV index in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Whitaker, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Whitaker, 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).

Average visibility in December
Whitaker, PA

Average visibility in December - Whitaker, 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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