December weather forecast
Blanchard, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Blanchard, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Blanchard, Pennsylvania, in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). December in Blanchard generally records an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Blanchard, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.5 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.1 snowfall days, and 25.55" (649mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Blanchard, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Blanchard, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
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. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Blanchard?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Blanchard, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Blanchard, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Blanchard, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Blanchard, PA

Average pressure in December - Blanchard, 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
Blanchard, PA

Average wind speed in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Blanchard, PA

Average humidity in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Blanchard, PA

Average rainfall in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Blanchard, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blanchard, PA

Average snowfall in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blanchard, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blanchard, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Blanchard, PA

Average UV index in December - Blanchard, 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
Blanchard, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Blanchard, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Blanchard, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and September (4mi).

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