December weather forecast
Shankweilers, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Shankweilers, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.3°F (4.6°C) and min 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shankweilers are January through May, October through December. In Shankweilers, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shankweilers, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 15.87" (403mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shankweilers, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Shankweilers?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shankweilers?

In Shankweilers, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shankweilers in December?

In Shankweilers, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shankweilers in December?

In December, in Shankweilers, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shankweilers?

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

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

In Shankweilers, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shankweilers?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shankweilers have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shankweilers?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shankweilers?

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

Average temperature in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average pressure in December - Shankweilers, 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
Shankweilers, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shankweilers, PA

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

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
Shankweilers, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Shankweilers, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shankweilers, 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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average UV index in December - Shankweilers, 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
Shankweilers, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Shankweilers, PA

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

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

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