December weather forecast
Galeton, PA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). The low-temperature average for Galeton during December stands at a freezing 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 Galeton, 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 Galeton, in December, during 18 snowfall days, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Galeton, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.8 days and aggregates up to 41.54" (1055mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, 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 4:50 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Galeton, records 34.2°F (1.2°C), while the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Galeton, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Galeton, in December, during 18 snowfall days, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Galeton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 4:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Galeton have in December?

In Galeton, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Galeton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Galeton, PA

Average temperature in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average pressure in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average humidity in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average UV index in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Galeton, 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
Galeton, PA

Average visibility in December - Galeton, 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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