December weather forecast
Carlisle, PA

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The scenic green city of Carlisle in Pennsylvania
The scenic green city of Carlisle in Pennsylvania

Weather in December

December weather in Carlisle ushers in the winter season, with temperatures plunging down from 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to 41°F (5°C). Following the pattern of November, the cooling trend continues, bringing along with it an increased incidence of snowfall. In the oncoming January, similar conditions can be expected. Despite the chill, the festive atmosphere brings warmth, celebrating the end of the year in a frosty, winter wonderland.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 41°F (5°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Carlisle is 79%.

Rainfall

In Carlisle, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carlisle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 12.09" (307mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carlisle, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Carlisle, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Carlisle, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Carlisle in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41°F (5°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carlisle?

In December, the average relative humidity in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carlisle?

In Carlisle, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carlisle in December?

In Carlisle, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carlisle?

The month with the shortest days in Carlisle is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Carlisle?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlisle have in December?

In Carlisle, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carlisle.

What is the UV index reading in December in Carlisle?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Carlisle is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carlisle, PA

Average temperature in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carlisle, PA

Average pressure in December - Carlisle, 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
Carlisle, PA

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Carlisle, PA

Average humidity in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carlisle, PA

Average rainfall in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carlisle, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carlisle, PA

Average snowfall in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carlisle, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Carlisle, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carlisle, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carlisle, PA

Average UV index in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Carlisle, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Carlisle, PA

Average visibility in December - Carlisle, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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