December weather forecast
Chaintown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Chaintown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

Chaintown in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Chaintown, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chaintown, 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 Chaintown. In Chaintown, 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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a 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 calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Chaintown, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 6.1" (155mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Chaintown have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chaintown have in December?

In Chaintown, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Chaintown, PA

Average temperature in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average pressure in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average humidity in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average UV index in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Chaintown, 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
Chaintown, PA

Average visibility in December - Chaintown, 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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