December weather forecast
Atwood, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Atwood, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.4°F (3°C) and min 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). December brings Atwood a consistent average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Atwood, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.5 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Atwood, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.67" (144mm) of snow. In Atwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.3 days and aggregates up to 28.62" (727mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Atwood, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.4°F (3°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Atwood, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Atwood is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Atwood, PA

Average temperature in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Atwood, PA

Average pressure in December - Atwood, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atwood, PA

Average wind speed in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Atwood, PA

Average humidity in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Atwood, PA

Average rainfall in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Atwood, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atwood, PA

Average snowfall in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Atwood, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atwood, 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: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atwood, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Atwood, PA

Average UV index in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Atwood, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Atwood, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Atwood, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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