December weather forecast
Gapsville, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gapsville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gapsville, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gapsville, there are 126 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gapsville. In Gapsville, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Gapsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gapsville, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gapsville are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Gapsville in December?

In Gapsville, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gapsville?

The average relative humidity in December in Gapsville is 81%.

How much does it rain in Gapsville in December?

In Gapsville, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gapsville in December?

In Gapsville, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gapsville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gapsville have in December?

The average day length in December in Gapsville, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gapsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gapsville?

In Gapsville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gapsville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gapsville?

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

Average temperature in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gapsville, PA

Average pressure in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gapsville, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gapsville, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Gapsville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Gapsville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gapsville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gapsville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gapsville, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gapsville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gapsville, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Gapsville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gapsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Gapsville, PA

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

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

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