December weather forecast
Castle Valley, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Castle Valley, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Castle Valley records a mean low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Castle Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Castle Valley, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Castle Valley, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Castle Valley, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Castle Valley, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average temperature in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average pressure in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Castle Valley, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average humidity in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average rainfall in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average snowfall in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Castle Valley, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average UV index in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Castle Valley, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Castle Valley, PA

Average visibility in December - Castle Valley, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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