December weather forecast
Durham Furnace, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Durham Furnace, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Durham Furnace, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.4 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Durham Furnace, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Durham Furnace, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 5" (127mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Durham Furnace is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Durham Furnace, is 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Durham Furnace is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Durham Furnace, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) 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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham Furnace have in December?

In Durham Furnace, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

Average temperature in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average pressure in December - Durham Furnace, 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
Durham Furnace, PA

Average wind speed in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average humidity in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average rainfall in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average snowfall in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Durham Furnace, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average UV index in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Durham Furnace, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Durham Furnace, PA

Average visibility in December - Durham Furnace, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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