December weather forecast
Alvan, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Alvan, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). An average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is recorded during the nights in December in Alvan.

Humidity

In Alvan, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Alvan, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alvan, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Alvan?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alvan during December are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alvan?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alvan?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Alvan?

In December, in Alvan, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alvan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Alvan have in December?

In December, the average day length in Alvan is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Alvan?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alvan have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alvan?

In Alvan, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Alvan, PA

Average temperature in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Alvan, PA

Average pressure in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alvan, PA

Average wind speed in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Alvan, PA

Average humidity in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Alvan, PA

Average rainfall in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Alvan, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alvan, PA

Average snowfall in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alvan, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alvan, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alvan, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alvan, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Alvan, PA

Average UV index in December - Alvan, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Alvan, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Alvan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Alvan, PA

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

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

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