December weather forecast
Blue Knob, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Blue Knob, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Blue Knob observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C). Blue Knob records an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Blue Knob, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Blue Knob, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. In Blue Knob, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Blue Knob, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Blue Knob, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Blue Knob, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Blue Knob have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Blue Knob, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average pressure in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Blue Knob, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average humidity in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average rainfall in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average snowfall in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blue Knob, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average UV index in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Blue Knob, PA

Average visibility in December - Blue Knob, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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