December weather forecast
Donegal, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Donegal, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

Donegal in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). In Donegal, the December nights cool down to an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Donegal, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.1 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Donegal are January through May, October through December. In Donegal, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Donegal, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 34.17" (868mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Donegal during December?

December temperatures in Donegal vary between a high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Donegal?

The average relative humidity in December in Donegal is 85%.

How much does it rain in Donegal in December?

In Donegal, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Donegal in December?

In Donegal, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Donegal?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Donegal?

On the first day of December in Donegal, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Donegal?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Donegal, Pennsylvania, is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Donegal?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Donegal?

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

Average temperature in December - Donegal, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Donegal, PA

Average pressure in December - Donegal, 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
Donegal, PA

Average wind speed in December - Donegal, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Donegal, PA

Average humidity in December - Donegal, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Donegal, PA

Average rainfall in December - Donegal, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Donegal, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Donegal, PA

Average snowfall in December - Donegal, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Donegal, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Donegal, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Donegal, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Donegal, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Donegal, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Donegal, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Donegal, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Donegal, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Donegal, 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
Donegal, PA

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

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

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