December weather forecast
Tafton, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Tafton, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Tafton's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Throughout December, Tafton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Tafton.

Rainfall

In Tafton, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Tafton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Tafton, Pennsylvania, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Tafton, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Tafton, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Tafton is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Tafton?

In Tafton, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Tafton?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Tafton?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tafton?

In Tafton, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Tafton?

The month with the most snowfall in Tafton, Pennsylvania, is December, when snow falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Tafton?

In Tafton, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tafton?

The month with the shortest days in Tafton, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tafton have in December?

The average day length in December in Tafton is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tafton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tafton, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tafton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Tafton is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tafton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Tafton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tafton is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tafton, PA

Average temperature in December - Tafton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°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 (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tafton, PA

Average pressure in December - Tafton, 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
Tafton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Tafton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tafton, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tafton, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tafton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Tafton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tafton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Tafton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Tafton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Tafton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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
Tafton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tafton, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tafton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Tafton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tafton, PA

Average UV index in December - Tafton, 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
Tafton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Tafton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Tafton, PA

Average visibility in December - Tafton, 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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