December weather forecast
Gifford, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gifford, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). During December, Gifford experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In Gifford, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Gifford, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Gifford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 20.7 days. Throughout December, 12.17" (309mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103 snowfall days, and 61.22" (1555mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Gifford, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gifford in December?

In Gifford, in December, the average high-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gifford, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gifford, during December, snow falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.17" (309mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gifford have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gifford, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gifford have in December?

In Gifford, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gifford, PA

Average temperature in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Gifford, PA

Average pressure in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gifford, PA

Average wind speed in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gifford, PA

Average humidity in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Gifford, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Gifford, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gifford, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gifford, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gifford, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gifford, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gifford, PA

Average UV index in December - Gifford, 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
Gifford, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Gifford, PA

Average visibility in December - Gifford, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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