December weather forecast
Smithton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C). An average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is observed in Smithton during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Smithton is 84%.

Rainfall

In Smithton, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Smithton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.1 days and collects up to 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Smithton. In Smithton, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Smithton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 13.58" (345mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Smithton is 3.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Smithton, Pennsylvania, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Smithton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Smithton, is 39.9°F (4.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithton?

In Smithton, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smithton?

In December, in Smithton, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Smithton?

In Smithton, Pennsylvania, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Smithton have in December?

The average day length in December in Smithton, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Smithton?

On the first day of December in Smithton, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Smithton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Smithton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Smithton?

In Smithton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smithton, PA

Average temperature in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Smithton, PA

Average pressure in December - Smithton, 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
Smithton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Smithton, PA

Average humidity in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Smithton, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Smithton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Smithton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Smithton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 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
Smithton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithton, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Smithton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Smithton, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Smithton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Smithton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Smithton, PA

Average visibility in December - Smithton, 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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