December weather forecast
Basket, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Basket, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Basket, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129 days and collects up to 13.5" (343mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Basket, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Basket, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.4 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Basket is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Basket, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Basket, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Basket are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Basket in December?

During December, Basket experiences an average high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Basket?

The average relative humidity in December in Basket, Pennsylvania, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Basket?

In December, in Basket, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Basket?

In December, in Basket, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Basket?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Basket have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Basket?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Basket, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Basket have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Basket, Pennsylvania, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Basket?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Basket?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Basket is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Basket, PA

Average temperature in December - Basket, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Basket, PA

Average pressure in December - Basket, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Basket, PA

Average wind speed in December - Basket, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Basket, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Basket, PA

Average rainfall in December - Basket, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Basket, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Basket, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Basket, PA

Average snowfall in December - Basket, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Basket, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Basket, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Basket, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Basket, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Basket, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Basket, PA

Average UV index in December - Basket, 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
Basket, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Basket, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Basket, PA

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

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

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