December weather forecast
Jessup, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Jessup, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Jessup observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) is expected.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Jessup, Pennsylvania.

Rainfall

In December, in Jessup, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Jessup. In Jessup, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Jessup, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.2 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Jessup, Pennsylvania.
On the first day of December in Jessup, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Jessup is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jessup are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Jessup in December?

December temperatures in Jessup vary between a high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Jessup?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Jessup?

In Jessup, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Jessup?

In December, in Jessup, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Jessup?

In Jessup, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jessup?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jessup?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Jessup?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Jessup?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Jessup is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Jessup, PA

Average temperature in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jessup, PA

Average pressure in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"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
Jessup, PA

Average wind speed in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jessup, PA

Average humidity in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jessup, PA

Average rainfall in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jessup, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jessup, PA

Average snowfall in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jessup, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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
Jessup, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jessup, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jessup, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jessup, PA

Average UV index in December - Jessup, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Jessup, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Jessup, PA

Average visibility in December - Jessup, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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