December weather forecast
Pikeville, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Pikeville, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December, Pikeville experiences a low-temperature average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pikeville, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.9 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pikeville, Pennsylvania, are January through April, October through December. In Pikeville, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Pikeville, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pikeville, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pikeville in December?

December temperatures in Pikeville vary between a high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pikeville?

The average relative humidity in December in Pikeville, Pennsylvania, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Pikeville in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Pikeville?

In December, in Pikeville, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pikeville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pikeville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pikeville?

On the first day of December in Pikeville, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pikeville?

In Pikeville, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Pikeville?

In Pikeville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pikeville, PA

Average temperature in December - Pikeville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pikeville, PA

Average pressure in December - Pikeville, 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
Pikeville, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pikeville, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pikeville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pikeville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pikeville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pikeville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pikeville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pikeville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pikeville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pikeville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pikeville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pikeville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pikeville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pikeville, PA

Average UV index in December - Pikeville, 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
Pikeville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pikeville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Pikeville, PA

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

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

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