December weather forecast
California, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in California, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

In California, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). An average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in California is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in California, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.3 days and collects up to 35.24" (895mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in California are January through May, October through December. In California, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.6 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 snowfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in California is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in California, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in California 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: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in California in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in California, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in California?

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

How many days does it rain in December in California?

In California, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in California in December?

In California, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in California?

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

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

In California, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in California?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in California, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does California have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in California is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in California?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in California?

In California, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
California, PA

Average temperature in December - California, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
California, PA

Average pressure in December - California, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
California, PA

Average wind speed in December - California, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
California, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
California, PA

Average rainfall in December - California, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
California, PA

Average rainfall days in December - California, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (11.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
California, PA

Average snowfall in December - California, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
California, PA

Average snowfall days in December - California, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 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
California, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - California, 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: 3h and 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
California, PA

Average sunshine days in December - California, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
California, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
California, PA

Average cloud cover in December - California, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
California, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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