December weather forecast
Frankfort Springs, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Frankfort Springs, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). Frankfort Springs reports an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Frankfort Springs, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Frankfort Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.5 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Frankfort Springs, Pennsylvania. In Frankfort Springs, in December, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.49" (114mm) of snow. In Frankfort Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.6 days and aggregates up to 23.9" (607mm) 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 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Frankfort Springs, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Frankfort Springs in December?

During December, Frankfort Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Frankfort Springs, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Frankfort Springs, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Frankfort Springs have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Frankfort Springs have in December?

In Frankfort Springs, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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 Frankfort Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average temperature in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average pressure in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average wind speed in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average humidity in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average rainfall in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average snowfall in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frankfort Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average UV index in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Frankfort Springs, PA

Average visibility in December - Frankfort Springs, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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