December weather forecast
Mount Joy, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Joy, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

In Mount Joy, the average high-temperature in December drops from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). In Mount Joy, the average nighttime temperature during December is a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Joy, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.7 rainfall days, and 15.35" (390mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Mount Joy, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.3 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Joy, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Mount Joy during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Joy during December are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Joy?

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

How much does it rain in Mount Joy in December?

In Mount Joy, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mount Joy in December?

In December, in Mount Joy, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Joy?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mount Joy have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Joy?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Joy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mount Joy is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Joy?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Joy are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Mount Joy?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average temperature in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average pressure in December - Mount Joy, 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
Mount Joy, PA

Average wind speed in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average humidity in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Mount Joy, PA

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

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 5min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average UV index in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Mount Joy, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Joy, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Mount Joy, PA

Average visibility in December - Mount Joy, 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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