December weather forecast
Central City, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Central City, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Central City's temperature drops to an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Central City, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Central City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Central City, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow. In Central City, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 30.63" (778mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Central City. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Central City, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Central City?

The average relative humidity in December in Central City is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Central City, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Central City, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Central City?

In Central City, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Central City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Central City, PA

Average temperature in December - Central City, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Central City, PA

Average pressure in December - Central City, 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
Central City, PA

Average wind speed in December - Central City, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Central City, PA

Average humidity in December - Central City, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Central City, PA

Average rainfall in December - Central City, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Central City, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Central City, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Central City, PA

Average snowfall in December - Central City, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Central City, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Central City, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Central City, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central City, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Central City, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Central City, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Central City, PA

Average UV index in December - Central City, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Central City, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Central City, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Central City, PA

Average visibility in December - Central City, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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