December weather forecast
Athens, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Athens, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Athens, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.6 days and collects up to 23.78" (604mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Athens, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.1 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Athens, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Athens are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Athens?

In Athens, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Athens?

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

How much does it rain in Athens in December?

In Athens, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Athens?

In Athens, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Athens?

December has the shortest days of the year in Athens, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Athens?

The average day length in December in Athens is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Athens?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Athens?

In Athens, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Athens?

The months with the lowest UV index in Athens, Pennsylvania, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Athens?

In Athens, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Athens, PA

Average temperature in December - Athens, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Athens, PA

Average pressure in December - Athens, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Athens, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Athens, PA

Average humidity in December - Athens, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Athens, PA

Average rainfall in December - Athens, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Athens, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Athens, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Athens, PA

Average snowfall in December - Athens, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Athens, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Athens, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Athens, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Athens, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Athens, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Athens, PA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Athens, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Athens, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Athens, PA

Average visibility in December - Athens, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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