December weather forecast
Fredericksburg, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Fredericksburg's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fredericksburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.4 days and collects up to 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fredericksburg. In Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.5 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fredericksburg, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fredericksburg, records 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Fredericksburg in December?

In Fredericksburg, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fredericksburg?

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

What is the average length of the day 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 7:10 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fredericksburg have in December?

In Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Fredericksburg, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fredericksburg, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fredericksburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Fredericksburg, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Fredericksburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Fredericksburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Fredericksburg, PA

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

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

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