December weather forecast
Jamestown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Jamestown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). During the nights in December, the temperature in Jamestown averages to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Jamestown, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Jamestown, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.1 rainfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jamestown are January through May, October through December. In Jamestown, in December, during 16.5 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Jamestown, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.6 days and aggregates up to 25" (635mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Jamestown, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Jamestown, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Jamestown, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Jamestown?

Jamestown in December has an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jamestown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Jamestown, Pennsylvania, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Jamestown in December?

In Jamestown, Pennsylvania, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Jamestown?

In Jamestown, in December, during 16.5 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jamestown?

The month with the shortest days in Jamestown is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jamestown have in December?

The average day length in December in Jamestown, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Jamestown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jamestown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Jamestown?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Jamestown, Pennsylvania, is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jamestown?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Jamestown, Pennsylvania.

How high is the UV index in December in Jamestown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Jamestown, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jamestown, PA

Average temperature in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jamestown, PA

Average pressure in December - Jamestown, 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
Jamestown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jamestown, PA

Average humidity in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jamestown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jamestown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 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 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jamestown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jamestown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 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
Jamestown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jamestown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jamestown, PA

Average UV index in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Jamestown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Jamestown, PA

Average visibility in December - Jamestown, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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