December weather forecast
Fairchance, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Fairchance, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). Fairchance records an average nighttime low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Fairchance, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 16.02" (407mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fairchance, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Fairchance, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Fairchance is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairchance?

In Fairchance, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fairchance in December?

In Fairchance, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Fairchance have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairchance are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairchance, PA

Average pressure in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairchance, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairchance, PA

Average humidity in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August, September and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairchance, PA

Average rainfall in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairchance, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairchance, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairchance, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairchance, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairchance, PA

Average UV index in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Fairchance, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Fairchance, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Fairchance, PA

Average visibility in December - Fairchance, 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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