December weather forecastHighton, PA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Highton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).Temperature
The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout December, Highton's nights cool down to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Highton, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Highton, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. 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, 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
The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Highton, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
