December weather forecast
Folsom, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Folsom, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is noted during the nights in December in Folsom.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Folsom.

Rainfall

In Folsom, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Folsom are January through May, November and December. In Folsom, Pennsylvania, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Folsom, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Folsom, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Folsom. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Folsom?

The high-temperature, in December, in Folsom, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Folsom?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Folsom.

What is the average humidity in December in Folsom?

The average relative humidity in December in Folsom is 77%.

How much does it rain in Folsom in December?

In Folsom, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Folsom?

In Folsom, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Folsom?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Folsom?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Folsom, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Folsom have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Folsom, Pennsylvania, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Folsom?

The months with the lowest UV index in Folsom, Pennsylvania, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Folsom?

In Folsom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Folsom, PA

Average temperature in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Folsom, PA

Average pressure in December - Folsom, 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
Folsom, PA

Average wind speed in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Folsom, PA

Average humidity in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Folsom, PA

Average rainfall in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Folsom, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Folsom, PA

Average snowfall in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Folsom, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Folsom, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Folsom, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Folsom, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Folsom, PA

Average UV index in December - Folsom, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Folsom, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Folsom, PA

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

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

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