December weather forecast
Highton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Highton is 78%.

Rainfall

In Highton, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Highton, there are 23 snowfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Highton, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Highton is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Highton?

December temperatures in Highton, Pennsylvania, vary between a high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Highton?

The average relative humidity in December in Highton is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Highton?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Highton?

In Highton, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Highton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Highton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highton, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Highton have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Highton?

In Highton, Pennsylvania, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Highton, PA

Average temperature in December - Highton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°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 (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highton, PA

Average pressure in December - Highton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Highton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Highton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highton, PA

Average humidity in December - Highton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Highton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Highton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Highton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Highton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Highton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highton, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Highton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highton, PA

Average UV index in December - Highton, 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
Highton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Highton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Highton, PA

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

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

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