December weather forecast
Option, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Option, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). During the month of December, Option anticipates a mean low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Option is 83%.

Rainfall

In Option, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Option, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Option, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Option, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Option, Pennsylvania, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Option, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Option, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Option in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Option, records 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Option?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Option?

In December, in Option, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Option?

In December, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Option?

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

How many hours of daylight does Option have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Option?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Option?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Option?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Option?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Option, PA

Average temperature in December - Option, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Option, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Option, PA

Average wind speed in December - Option, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Option, PA

Average humidity in December - Option, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Option, PA

Average rainfall in December - Option, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Option, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Option, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Option, PA

Average snowfall in December - Option, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Option, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Option, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
Option, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Option, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Option, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Option, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Option, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Option, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Option, PA

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

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

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