December weather forecast
Balsam, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Balsam, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Balsam is 85%.

Rainfall

In Balsam, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Balsam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.2 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Balsam. In Balsam, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Balsam, Pennsylvania, there are 80.1 snowfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Balsam are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Balsam in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Balsam, is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Balsam?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Balsam?

In Balsam, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Balsam in December?

In Balsam, in December, during 16.1 snowfall days, 7.09" (180mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Balsam?

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

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

In Balsam, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Balsam?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Balsam?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Balsam?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Balsam?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Balsam?

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

Average temperature in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°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 (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Balsam, PA

Average pressure in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Balsam, PA

Average wind speed in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Balsam, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Balsam, PA

Average rainfall in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Balsam, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Balsam, PA

Average snowfall in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Balsam, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 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
Balsam, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Balsam, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Balsam, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Balsam, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Balsam, PA

Average UV index in December - Balsam, 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
Balsam, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Balsam, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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