Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Distant experiences a consistent average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) throughout the nights in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Distant, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.8 rainfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Distant, in December, snow falls for 16.9 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow. In Distant, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.5 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Distant is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Distant?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December in Distant?
How many days does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does Distant have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
How many hours of sunshine does Distant have in December?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in December in Distant?
Average temperature in December
Distant, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Distant, PA
- Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Distant, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Distant, PA
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Distant, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Distant, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Distant, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 5"
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
Distant, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Distant, 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: 2h and 4min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Distant, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Distant, PA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Distant, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Distant, PA
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
Distant, Pennsylvania, USA
Weather forecast for your location
2. Allow the app to use your location