December weather forecast
Raricks, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Raricks, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C). In December, Raricks's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Raricks, Pennsylvania, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Raricks, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.6 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Raricks, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Raricks, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.2 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Raricks is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Raricks. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Raricks during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Raricks, Pennsylvania, during December are 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raricks?

In Raricks, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Raricks?

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Raricks?

In Raricks, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raricks?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Raricks have in December?

The average day length in December in Raricks, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Raricks?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Raricks, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Raricks have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Raricks?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Raricks?

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

Average temperature in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Raricks, PA

Average pressure in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Raricks, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Raricks, PA

Average humidity in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Raricks, PA

Average rainfall in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Raricks, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Raricks, PA

Average snowfall in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Raricks, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Raricks, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Raricks, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Raricks, PA

Average UV index in December - Raricks, 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
Raricks, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Raricks, PA

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

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

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