December weather forecast
South Canaan, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Canaan, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in South Canaan's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Canaan, there are 148 rainfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Canaan, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Canaan, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 25.98" (660mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in South Canaan.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Canaan?

In December, in South Canaan, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Canaan?

The average relative humidity in December in South Canaan is 85%.

How much does it rain in South Canaan in December?

In South Canaan, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in South Canaan?

In South Canaan, in December, snow falls for 13.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Canaan?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Canaan.

How many hours of daylight does South Canaan have in December?

In December, the average day length in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Canaan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Canaan?

The months with the least sunshine in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, are February and December, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Canaan?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Canaan?

The months with the lowest UV index in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in South Canaan?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Canaan is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Canaan, PA

Average temperature in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Canaan, PA

Average pressure in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Canaan, PA

Average wind speed in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Canaan, PA

Average humidity in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Canaan, PA

Average rainfall in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Canaan, PA

Average rainfall days in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Canaan, PA

Average snowfall in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Canaan, PA

Average snowfall days in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
South Canaan, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Canaan, PA

Average sunshine days in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Canaan, PA

Average UV index in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Canaan, PA

Average cloud cover in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
South Canaan, PA

Average visibility in December - South Canaan, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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