December weather forecast
Cressona, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cressona, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and max 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Cressona's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In Cressona, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cressona, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cressona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cressona are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cressona, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.1 days and aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cressona, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cressona, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cressona in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cressona have in December?

In Cressona, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Cressona, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cressona, PA

Average temperature in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Cressona, PA

Average pressure in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cressona, PA

Average wind speed in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cressona, PA

Average humidity in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Cressona, PA

Average rainfall in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Cressona, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cressona, PA

Average snowfall in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cressona, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cressona, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cressona, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cressona, PA

Average UV index in December - Cressona, 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
Cressona, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Cressona, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Cressona, PA

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

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

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