December weather forecast
Tuscarora, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Tuscarora, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C). Tuscarora's average low-temperature in December is measured at a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Tuscarora are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Tuscarora, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tuscarora, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.7 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Tuscarora. In Tuscarora, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Tuscarora, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.5 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) 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 Tuscarora, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Tuscarora, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Tuscarora?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Tuscarora, is 38.1°F (3.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Tuscarora?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Tuscarora, Pennsylvania.

What is the average humidity in December in Tuscarora?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tuscarora?

In Tuscarora, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Tuscarora in December?

In Tuscarora, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tuscarora?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tuscarora have in December?

In December, the average day length in Tuscarora, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tuscarora?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tuscarora have in December?

In Tuscarora, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Tuscarora?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average temperature in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°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: 27.3°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average pressure in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average wind speed in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average humidity in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average rainfall in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average snowfall in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and November (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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
Tuscarora, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tuscarora, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tuscarora, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
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
Tuscarora, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Tuscarora, 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 34).

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Average visibility in December
Tuscarora, PA

Average visibility in December - Tuscarora, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March and April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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