December weather forecast
Elephant, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elephant, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Nightly temperatures in Elephant drop to an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elephant, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elephant, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.1 days and collects up to 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elephant, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 14.37" (365mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Elephant, Pennsylvania, is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elephant in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elephant, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elephant?

The average relative humidity in December in Elephant, Pennsylvania, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elephant?

In Elephant, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Elephant?

In December, in Elephant, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elephant?

The month with the shortest days in Elephant is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elephant have in December?

In Elephant, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elephant?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elephant, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elephant?

In Elephant, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elephant?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Elephant?

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

Average temperature in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elephant, PA

Average pressure in December - Elephant, 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
Elephant, PA

Average wind speed in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elephant, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elephant, PA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elephant, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elephant, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elephant, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Elephant, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elephant, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elephant, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elephant, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Elephant, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Elephant, PA

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

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

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