December weather forecast
Orrtanna, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Orrtanna, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) marks the month of December in Orrtanna.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Orrtanna, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.3 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Orrtanna, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.2 snowfall days, and 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Orrtanna, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Orrtanna are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Orrtanna?

During December, Orrtanna experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Orrtanna?

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

How much does it rain in Orrtanna in December?

In Orrtanna, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Orrtanna?

In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orrtanna?

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

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

In Orrtanna, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Orrtanna?

On the first day of December in Orrtanna, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Orrtanna?

The average sunshine duration in December in Orrtanna is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Orrtanna?

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

Average temperature in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average pressure in December - Orrtanna, 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
Orrtanna, PA

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Orrtanna, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average rainfall in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

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

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Average rainfall days in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average snowfall in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orrtanna, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average UV index in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Orrtanna, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Orrtanna, PA

Average visibility in December - Orrtanna, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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