December weather forecast
Bushkill, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Bushkill, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

During Bushkill's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout December, Bushkill registers a consistent average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Bushkill are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Bushkill, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Bushkill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 8.07" (205mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bushkill are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bushkill, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.7 days and aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Bushkill in December has an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bushkill, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bushkill, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Bushkill have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bushkill, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bushkill?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bushkill, PA

Average temperature in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bushkill, PA

Average pressure in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bushkill, PA

Average wind speed in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Bushkill, PA

Average humidity in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bushkill, PA

Average rainfall in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Bushkill, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bushkill, PA

Average snowfall in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bushkill, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bushkill, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18 days).

Average UV index in December
Bushkill, PA

Average UV index in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bushkill, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Bushkill, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Bushkill, PA

Average visibility in December - Bushkill, 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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