December weather forecast
Branchton, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Branchton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Branchton observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). During December, Branchton sees a mean low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Branchton, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Branchton, there are 177.8 rainfall days, and 36.65" (931mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Branchton, during December, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow. In Branchton, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.3 days and aggregates up to 32.05" (814mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Branchton is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Branchton, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

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: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Branchton, records 37.2°F (2.9°C), while the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Branchton, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Branchton, during December, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) 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 Branchton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Branchton, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

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 reading in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Branchton, PA

Average pressure in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Branchton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Branchton, PA

Average humidity in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Branchton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Branchton, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Branchton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Branchton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Branchton, 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: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Branchton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Branchton, PA

Average UV index in December - Branchton, 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
Branchton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Branchton, PA

Average visibility in December - Branchton, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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