December weather forecast
Ernest, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ernest, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average high of 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). Ernest registers a consistent average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In Ernest, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ernest, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Ernest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.5 days and collects up to 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ernest, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.3 days and aggregates up to 28.62" (727mm) 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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ernest, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Ernest in December has an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ernest?

In Ernest, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 5.67" (144mm) 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 Ernest, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ernest, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ernest is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ernest, PA

Average temperature in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Ernest, PA

Average pressure in December - Ernest, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ernest, PA

Average wind speed in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ernest, PA

Average humidity in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ernest, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Ernest, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ernest, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ernest, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ernest, 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: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ernest, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ernest, PA

Average UV index in December - Ernest, 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
Ernest, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Ernest, PA

Average visibility in December - Ernest, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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