December weather forecast
Buena Vista, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buena Vista, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). During December, Buena Vista sees a mean low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.9 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Buena Vista, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.2 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Buena Vista is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, 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 average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Buena Vista?

The high-temperature, in December, in Buena Vista, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Buena Vista?

In Buena Vista, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Buena Vista, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buena Vista, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average temperature in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average pressure in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Buena Vista, PA

Average wind speed in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average humidity in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average rainfall in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average snowfall in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buena Vista, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average UV index in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Buena Vista, PA

Average visibility in December - Buena Vista, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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