December weather forecast
Elephant, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elephant, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Elephant's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 30.2°F (-1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Elephant, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.1 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elephant, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 14.37" (365mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Elephant, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Elephant, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Elephant, the average day length in December 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 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elephant have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Elephant 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 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
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Elephant, PA

Average temperature in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Elephant, PA

Average pressure in December - Elephant, 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
Elephant, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elephant, PA

Average humidity in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Elephant, PA

Average rainfall in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Elephant, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elephant, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elephant, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elephant, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elephant, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Elephant, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elephant, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elephant, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elephant, PA

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

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

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