December weather forecast
Gettysburg, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gettysburg, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Gettysburg sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Gettysburg, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gettysburg, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gettysburg, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 6.34" (161mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gettysburg.
On the first day of December in Gettysburg, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gettysburg is 3.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Gettysburg, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gettysburg during December?

The high-temperature in Gettysburg, Ohio, during December is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gettysburg?

In December, the average relative humidity in Gettysburg is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gettysburg?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gettysburg, Ohio.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, Ohio, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gettysburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gettysburg, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gettysburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Gettysburg is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gettysburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gettysburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gettysburg, Ohio, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average temperature in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average pressure in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average wind speed in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average humidity in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average rainfall in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average snowfall in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average UV index in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Gettysburg, OH

Average visibility in December - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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