December weather forecast
Arcola, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arcola, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Arcola records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Arcola experiences a consistent average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Arcola, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Arcola, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Arcola, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 13.98" (355mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Arcola, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Arcola, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.1 days and aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Arcola, Pennsylvania. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Arcola, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arcola, in December, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arcola, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arcola have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcola have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Arcola, PA

Average temperature in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Arcola, PA

Average pressure in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

Average wind speed in December
Arcola, PA

Average wind speed in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Arcola, PA

Average humidity in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Arcola, PA

Average rainfall in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Arcola, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arcola, PA

Average snowfall in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arcola, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arcola, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arcola, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Arcola, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Arcola, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Arcola, PA

Average visibility in December - Arcola, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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