December weather forecast
Friedenthal, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). An average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Friedenthal, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.5 rainfall days, and 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Friedenthal, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania, there are 23.7 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Friedenthal, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Friedenthal is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Friedenthal. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Friedenthal in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania, are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Friedenthal?

The months with the highest humidity in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Friedenthal?

In Friedenthal, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Friedenthal?

In December, in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Friedenthal in December?

In Friedenthal, in December, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Friedenthal?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania.

What is the average length of the day in December in Friedenthal?

The average day length in December in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Friedenthal?

On the first day of December in Friedenthal, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Friedenthal?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Friedenthal is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Friedenthal?

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 Friedenthal?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Friedenthal is 2. A UV Index 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
Friedenthal, PA

Average temperature in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°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
Friedenthal, PA

Average pressure in December - Friedenthal, 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
Friedenthal, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Friedenthal, PA

Average humidity in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Friedenthal, PA

Average rainfall in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Friedenthal, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Friedenthal, PA

Average snowfall in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Friedenthal, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Friedenthal, 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 5min

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
Friedenthal, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Friedenthal, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Friedenthal, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Friedenthal, PA

Average visibility in December - Friedenthal, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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