December weather forecast
Littlestown, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Littlestown, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In Littlestown, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Littlestown, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Littlestown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.2 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Littlestown are January through May, October through December. In Littlestown, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Littlestown, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.8 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Littlestown, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Littlestown?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Littlestown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Littlestown is 79%.

How much does it rain in Littlestown in December?

In Littlestown, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Littlestown in December?

In Littlestown, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Littlestown?

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

How many hours of daylight does Littlestown have in December?

The average day length in December in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Littlestown?

On the first day of December in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Littlestown?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Littlestown?

The months with the lowest UV index in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Littlestown?

In Littlestown, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Littlestown, PA

Average temperature in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Littlestown, PA

Average pressure in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Littlestown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Littlestown, PA

Average humidity in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Littlestown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Littlestown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Littlestown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Littlestown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Littlestown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Littlestown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Littlestown, PA

Average UV index in December - Littlestown, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Littlestown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Littlestown, PA

Average visibility in December - Littlestown, 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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