December weather forecast
Castanea, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Castanea, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). In Castanea, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Castanea.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Castanea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Castanea, in December, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Castanea, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.1 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Castanea, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Castanea, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Castanea, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. 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 it in Castanea in December?

December temperatures in Castanea vary between a high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Castanea?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Castanea?

The average relative humidity in December in Castanea, Pennsylvania, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Castanea?

In Castanea, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Castanea in December?

In Castanea, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Castanea?

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

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

In Castanea, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Castanea?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Castanea have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Castanea, Pennsylvania, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Castanea?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Castanea?

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

Average temperature in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Castanea, PA

Average pressure in December - Castanea, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Castanea, PA

Average wind speed in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Castanea, PA

Average humidity in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Castanea, PA

Average rainfall in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Castanea, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Castanea, PA

Average snowfall in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Castanea, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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
Castanea, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Castanea, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Castanea, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Castanea, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Castanea, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Castanea, PA

Average visibility in December - Castanea, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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