December weather forecast
Palm, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Palm, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). The average nighttime temperature in Palm lowers to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Palm, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palm, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.5 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Palm. In Palm, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Palm, during the entire year, snow falls for 27 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. 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 Palm in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Palm, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palm?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Palm?

In Palm, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Palm in December?

In Palm, Pennsylvania, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palm?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Palm, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Palm?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Palm have in December?

In Palm, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Palm?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Palm?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palm, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°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 (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palm, PA

Average pressure in December - Palm, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Palm, PA

Average wind speed in December - Palm, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palm, PA

Average humidity in December - Palm, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palm, PA

Average rainfall in December - Palm, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palm, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Palm, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palm, PA

Average snowfall in December - Palm, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palm, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Palm, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Palm, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palm, 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 18min).

  • 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
Palm, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Palm, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palm, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Palm, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Palm, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Palm, PA

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

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

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