December weather forecast
Chambersburg, PA

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Weather in December

December in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania is a winter marvel. The weather sees a transition towards cold and the rainfall is almost equal to that in November. The fall of the first heavy snow in December turns the City into a winter wonderland. The temperature; however, has not reached its January low. A notable feature is that the visibility rises to 6 miles in December, proving a clear sight even during snowy days. The town is beautifully decked up during the festive season blending perfectly with the winters.

Temperature

Chambersburg's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Throughout December, Chambersburg records an average temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chambersburg, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chambersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, are January through May, October through December. In Chambersburg, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chambersburg. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Chambersburg?

During December, Chambersburg experiences an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chambersburg?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chambersburg?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Chambersburg?

In Chambersburg, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chambersburg?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chambersburg?

On the first day of December in Chambersburg, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chambersburg?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chambersburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Chambersburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chambersburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°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: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chambersburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Chambersburg, 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
Chambersburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chambersburg, PA

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Chambersburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chambersburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chambersburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chambersburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Chambersburg, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chambersburg, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chambersburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chambersburg, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Chambersburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Chambersburg, PA

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

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

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