December weather forecast
Shelocta, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shelocta, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). In the month of December, Shelocta witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In Shelocta, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Shelocta, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.4 rainfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shelocta are January through May, October through December. In Shelocta, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow. In Shelocta, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.7 days and aggregates up to 21.3" (541mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shelocta is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Shelocta, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Shelocta. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shelocta in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shelocta, Pennsylvania, during December are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shelocta?

In Shelocta, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shelocta?

In December, in Shelocta, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Shelocta?

In Shelocta, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shelocta?

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 Shelocta?

The average day length in December in Shelocta is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shelocta?

On the first day of December in Shelocta, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shelocta?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Shelocta, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shelocta?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shelocta, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shelocta, PA

Average temperature in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shelocta, PA

Average pressure in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shelocta, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shelocta, PA

Average humidity in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shelocta, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shelocta, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shelocta, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shelocta, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 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
Shelocta, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelocta, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shelocta, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shelocta, PA

Average UV index in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shelocta, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shelocta, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Shelocta, PA

Average visibility in December - Shelocta, 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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