December weather forecast
Saxton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saxton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Saxton's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Saxton, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Saxton. In Saxton, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Saxton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Saxton, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 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 Saxton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saxton?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saxton, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saxton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saxton is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saxton?

In December, in Saxton, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Saxton in December?

In Saxton, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saxton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Saxton have in December?

In Saxton, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Saxton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saxton, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saxton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saxton is 4.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Saxton?

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

Average temperature in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saxton, PA

Average pressure in December - Saxton, 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
Saxton, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saxton, PA

Average humidity in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Saxton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saxton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saxton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saxton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Saxton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saxton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saxton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saxton, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Saxton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Saxton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Saxton, PA

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

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

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