December weather forecast
Benton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Benton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). During the month of December, Benton anticipates a mean low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Benton is 82%.

Rainfall

In Benton, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Benton, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Benton, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.6 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Benton.
On the first day of December in Benton, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Benton, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Benton during December?

During December, Benton experiences an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Benton?

The average relative humidity in December in Benton, Pennsylvania, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Benton?

In Benton, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Benton?

In Benton, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Benton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Benton, Pennsylvania, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Benton have in December?

The average day length in December in Benton, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Benton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Benton, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Benton have in December?

In Benton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Benton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Benton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Benton is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Benton, PA

Average temperature in December - Benton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Benton, PA

Average pressure in December - Benton, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Benton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Benton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Benton, PA

Average humidity in December - Benton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Benton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Benton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Benton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Benton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Benton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Benton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Benton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Benton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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
Benton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Benton, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Benton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Benton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Benton, PA

Average UV index in December - Benton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Benton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Benton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Benton, PA

Average visibility in December - Benton, 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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