December weather forecast
Folsom, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Folsom, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Folsom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Folsom, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Folsom, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Folsom, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Folsom, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Folsom, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Folsom, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Folsom?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Folsom?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Folsom have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Folsom is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Folsom.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Folsom is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Folsom, PA

Average temperature in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Folsom, PA

Average pressure in December - Folsom, 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
Folsom, PA

Average wind speed in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Folsom, PA

Average humidity in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Folsom, PA

Average rainfall in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Folsom, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Folsom, PA

Average snowfall in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Folsom, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Folsom, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Folsom, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Folsom, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Folsom, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Folsom, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Folsom, PA

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

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

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