December weather forecast
Distant, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Distant, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). During December, Distant's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Distant, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Distant, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.8 rainfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Distant, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 16.9 days. Throughout December, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Distant, there are 80.5 snowfall days, and 26.02" (661mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Distant, Pennsylvania, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Distant, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Distant?

In Distant, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Distant?

In December, the average relative humidity in Distant, Pennsylvania, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Distant?

In Distant, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Distant?

In Distant, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Distant?

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

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

The average day length in December in Distant, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Distant?

On the first day of December in Distant, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Distant?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Distant?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Distant?

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

Average temperature in December - Distant, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Distant, PA

Average pressure in December - Distant, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Distant, PA

Average wind speed in December - Distant, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Distant, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Distant, PA

Average rainfall in December - Distant, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Distant, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Distant, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Distant, PA

Average snowfall in December - Distant, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Distant, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Distant, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 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
Distant, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Distant, 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: 2h and 4min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Distant, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Distant, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Distant, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Distant, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Distant, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Distant, PA

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

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

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