December weather forecast
Gordon, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gordon, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). During the month of December, Gordon's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gordon, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Gordon, during the entire year, snow falls for 23 days and aggregates up to 13.46" (342mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gordon, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. 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. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Gordon, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gordon, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gordon have in December?

In Gordon, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gordon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gordon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Gordon, PA

Average temperature in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gordon, PA

Average pressure in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gordon, PA

Average wind speed in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Gordon, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gordon, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Gordon, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gordon, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gordon, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gordon, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gordon, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gordon, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gordon, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gordon, PA

Average visibility in December - Gordon, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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