December weather forecast
Ellen Gowan, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ellen Gowan, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ellen Gowan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ellen Gowan, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ellen Gowan?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ellen Gowan, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ellen Gowan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ellen Gowan, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellen Gowan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In Ellen Gowan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average temperature in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average pressure in December - Ellen Gowan, 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
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average wind speed in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average humidity in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellen Gowan, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average UV index in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average visibility in December - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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