December weather forecast
Delta, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Delta, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). The low-temperature average for Delta during December stands at an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Delta, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Delta, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Delta, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Delta. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Delta experiences an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Delta, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Delta, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Delta, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Delta?

In Delta, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in December
Delta, PA

Average temperature in December - Delta, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Delta, PA

Average pressure in December - Delta, 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
Delta, PA

Average wind speed in December - Delta, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Delta, PA

Average humidity in December - Delta, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Delta, PA

Average rainfall in December - Delta, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Delta, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Delta, PA

Average snowfall in December - Delta, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Delta, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Delta, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Delta, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Delta, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Delta, PA

Average UV index in December - Delta, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Delta, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Delta, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Delta, PA

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

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

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