December weather forecast
Shenandoah, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shenandoah, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°F (3.3°C) and min 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). In the month of December, Shenandoah witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shenandoah, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Shenandoah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shenandoah are January through May, October through December. In Shenandoah, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shenandoah, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.5 days and aggregates up to 27.72" (704mm) of snow.

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 Shenandoah, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Shenandoah during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shenandoah?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Shenandoah?

In Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shenandoah in December?

In Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shenandoah?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shenandoah have in December?

In December, the average day length in Shenandoah is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shenandoah?

On the first day of December in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shenandoah?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shenandoah?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shenandoah?

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

Average temperature in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°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 (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shenandoah, PA

Average pressure in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Shenandoah, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

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
Shenandoah, PA

Average humidity in December - Shenandoah, 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
Shenandoah, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shenandoah, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shenandoah, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shenandoah, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 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
Shenandoah, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shenandoah, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shenandoah, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shenandoah, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shenandoah, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Shenandoah, PA

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Shenandoah, PA

Average visibility in December - Shenandoah, 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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