December weather forecast
Locust Gap, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Locust Gap, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Locust Gap in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Locust Gap is 81%.

Rainfall

In Locust Gap, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Locust Gap, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Locust Gap, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Locust Gap, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Locust Gap is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Locust Gap. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Locust Gap in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Locust Gap, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Locust Gap?

The average relative humidity in December in Locust Gap, Pennsylvania, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Locust Gap?

In Locust Gap, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Locust Gap in December?

In Locust Gap, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Locust Gap?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Locust Gap.

How many hours of daylight does Locust Gap have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Locust Gap?

On the first day of December in Locust Gap, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Locust Gap have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Locust Gap?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Locust Gap?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average temperature in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average pressure in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Locust Gap, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average humidity in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average rainfall in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average snowfall in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Locust Gap, PA

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average UV index in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Locust Gap, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average visibility in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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