December weather forecast
Gastonville, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gastonville, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Gastonville observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Gastonville's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.9 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gastonville, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60 snowfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gastonville, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gastonville, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gastonville?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gastonville have in December?

In Gastonville, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gastonville, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index in Gastonville is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gastonville, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Gastonville, PA

Average pressure in December - Gastonville, 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
Gastonville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gastonville, PA

Average humidity in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Gastonville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Gastonville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gastonville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gastonville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gastonville, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gastonville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gastonville, PA

Average UV index in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gastonville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gastonville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Gastonville, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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