December weather forecast
Carpentertown, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carpentertown, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.2°F (4°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). Carpentertown sees an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Carpentertown, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carpentertown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.4 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Carpentertown. In Carpentertown, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.2 snowfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Carpentertown, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Carpentertown experiences an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carpentertown, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Carpentertown have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carpentertown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Carpentertown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Carpentertown, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carpentertown, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Carpentertown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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