December weather forecast
Fricks Lock, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Fricks Lock, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In Fricks Lock, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fricks Lock, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fricks Lock, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Fricks Lock experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fricks Lock, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fricks Lock?

In Fricks Lock, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fricks Lock?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fricks Lock?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average pressure in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Fricks Lock, PA

Average wind speed in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average humidity in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average rainfall in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fricks Lock, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average UV index in December - Fricks Lock, 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
Fricks Lock, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Fricks Lock, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Fricks Lock, PA

Average visibility in December - Fricks Lock, 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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