December weather forecast
Dickerson Run, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dickerson Run, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dickerson Run, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dickerson Run, Pennsylvania. In Dickerson Run, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Dickerson Run, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 17.44" (443mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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

In Dickerson Run, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 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 Dickerson Run, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dickerson Run, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dickerson Run, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dickerson Run have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 Dickerson Run have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average temperature in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average pressure in December - Dickerson Run, 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
Dickerson Run, PA

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

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

Average humidity in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average humidity in December - Dickerson Run, 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 July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average rainfall in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average snowfall in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dickerson Run, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average UV index in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Dickerson Run, PA

Average visibility in December - Dickerson Run, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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