December weather forecast
Franconia, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Franconia, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Franconia's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). During December, Franconia records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Franconia, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Franconia, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Franconia, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Franconia is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Franconia, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Franconia?

In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) 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 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franconia have in December?

In Franconia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Franconia, PA

Average temperature in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Franconia, PA

Average pressure in December - Franconia, 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
Franconia, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Franconia, PA

Average humidity in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Franconia, PA

Average rainfall in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Franconia, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franconia, PA

Average snowfall in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franconia, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Franconia, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franconia, 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 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franconia, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Franconia, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Franconia, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Franconia, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Franconia, PA

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

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

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