December weather forecast
Barto, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Barto, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Barto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.5 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Barto, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Barto, during the entire year, snow falls for 27 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Barto, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Barto, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Barto, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Barto, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) 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 Barto have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Barto is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Barto, PA

Average temperature in December - Barto, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Barto, PA

Average pressure in December - Barto, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Barto, PA

Average wind speed in December - Barto, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Barto, PA

Average humidity in December - Barto, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Barto, PA

Average rainfall in December - Barto, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Barto, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Barto, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Barto, PA

Average snowfall in December - Barto, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Barto, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Barto, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barto, 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: 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Barto, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Barto, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Barto, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Barto, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Barto, PA

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

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

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