December weather forecast
Gratz, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gratz, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). Throughout December nights, Gratz experiences a consistent temperature average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Gratz, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Gratz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.2 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gratz, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gratz. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Gratz, 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gratz?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Gratz, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gratz.

How many hours of daylight does Gratz have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gratz have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

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 reading in December?

In Gratz, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Gratz, PA

Average temperature in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Gratz, PA

Average pressure in December - Gratz, 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
Gratz, PA

Average wind speed in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gratz, PA

Average humidity in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Gratz, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Gratz, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gratz, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gratz, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gratz, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gratz, PA

Average UV index in December - Gratz, 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
Gratz, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gratz, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Gratz, PA

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

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

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