December weather forecast
Gaines Junction, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gaines Junction, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gaines Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 18 days. Throughout December, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gaines Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.8 days and aggregates up to 41.54" (1055mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Gaines Junction, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gaines Junction. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Gaines Junction in December has an average high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gaines Junction, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gaines Junction, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gaines Junction have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaines Junction have in December?

In Gaines Junction, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gaines Junction?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average temperature in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average pressure in December - Gaines Junction, 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
Gaines Junction, PA

Average wind speed in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average humidity in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average UV index in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Gaines Junction, PA

Average visibility in December - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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