December weather forecast
Danville, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Danville, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Danville experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). During December, Danville witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Danville, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Danville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Danville, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Danville, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 16.57" (421mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Danville, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Danville, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Danville?

In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Danville, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Danville have in December?

In Danville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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 intensity in December?

In Danville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Danville, PA

Average temperature in December - Danville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°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 (32°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Danville, PA

Average pressure in December - Danville, 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
Danville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Danville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Danville, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Danville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Danville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Danville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Danville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Danville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Danville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Danville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Danville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Danville, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Danville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Danville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Danville, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Danville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Danville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Danville, PA

Average visibility in December - Danville, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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