December weather forecast
Gladden, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gladden, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.6 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gladden, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gladden, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.6 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gladden, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gladden, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gladden, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gladden?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gladden have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gladden?

In Gladden, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gladden, PA

Average temperature in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Gladden, PA

Average pressure in December - Gladden, 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
Gladden, PA

Average wind speed in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gladden, PA

Average humidity in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Gladden, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Gladden, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gladden, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gladden, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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
Gladden, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gladden, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gladden, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Gladden, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gladden, 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
Gladden, PA

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

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

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