December weather forecast
Banksville, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Banksville, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). In Banksville, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Banksville, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Banksville, there are 164 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Banksville, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Banksville, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Banksville, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Banksville, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Banksville?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Banksville, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Banksville have in December?

In Banksville, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Banksville is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Banksville, PA

Average temperature in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Banksville, PA

Average pressure in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Banksville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Banksville, PA

Average humidity in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Banksville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Banksville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Banksville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Banksville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Banksville, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Banksville, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Banksville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Banksville, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Banksville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Banksville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Banksville, PA

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

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

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