December weather forecast
Dawson, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dawson, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). The low-temperature in Dawson averages to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Dawson, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Dawson, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dawson, Pennsylvania. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dawson, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 17.44" (443mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Dawson, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dawson, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dawson are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Dawson in December?

The high-temperature in Dawson during December is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dawson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dawson is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dawson?

In December, in Dawson, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dawson?

In Dawson, Pennsylvania, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dawson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in December?

The average day length in December in Dawson is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dawson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dawson, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dawson, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dawson?

In Dawson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dawson, PA

Average temperature in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dawson, PA

Average pressure in December - Dawson, 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
Dawson, PA

Average wind speed in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dawson, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dawson, PA

Average rainfall in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dawson, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dawson, PA

Average snowfall in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dawson, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 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
Dawson, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dawson, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dawson, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dawson, PA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Dawson, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Dawson, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Dawson, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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