December weather forecast
West Jonestown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Jonestown, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). West Jonestown in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Jonestown, there are 166.3 rainfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Jonestown, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.4 snowfall days, and 16.69" (424mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Jonestown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Jonestown, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Jonestown are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in West Jonestown during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Jonestown, is 39.9°F (4.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Jonestown?

In West Jonestown, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Jonestown?

In West Jonestown, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in West Jonestown?

In West Jonestown, Pennsylvania, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Jonestown?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Jonestown.

How many hours of daylight does West Jonestown have in December?

The average day length in December in West Jonestown is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in West Jonestown?

On the first day of December in West Jonestown, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Jonestown?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Jonestown, Pennsylvania, is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Jonestown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in West Jonestown?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average pressure in December - West Jonestown, 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
West Jonestown, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average humidity in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, June and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
West Jonestown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Jonestown, 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 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average UV index in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
West Jonestown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
West Jonestown, PA

Average visibility in December - West Jonestown, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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