Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Gifford is 88%.Rainfall
In Gifford, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gifford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gifford, during December, snow falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.17" (309mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gifford, there are 103 snowfall days, and 61.22" (1555mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 2.5h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gifford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Gifford, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 34°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Gifford, PA
- Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gifford, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Gifford, PA
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Gifford, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in December
Gifford, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gifford, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 12.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gifford, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 20.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gifford, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gifford, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Gifford, PA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Gifford, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 77
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in December
Gifford, PA
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (4mi).
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