December weather forecast
Emerald, PA

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Emerald, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Emerald witnesses an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Emerald, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Emerald, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.1 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Emerald, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Emerald, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Emerald, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Emerald?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Emerald, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Emerald have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Emerald?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Emerald, Pennsylvania, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Emerald, PA

Average temperature in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Emerald, PA

Average pressure in December - Emerald, 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
Emerald, PA

Average wind speed in December - Emerald, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Emerald, PA

Average humidity in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Emerald, PA

Average rainfall in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Emerald, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Emerald, PA

Average snowfall in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Emerald, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Emerald, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Emerald, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Emerald, PA

Average UV index in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Emerald, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Emerald, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Emerald, PA

Average visibility in December - Emerald, 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).

Emerald, Pennsylvania, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location