December weather forecast
Ironsides, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ironsides, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

Ironsides in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). In Ironsides, in December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ironsides, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ironsides, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 13.98" (355mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ironsides, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ironsides, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Ironsides in December?

In December, in Ironsides, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ironsides, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ironsides, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ironsides, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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 Ironsides, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Ironsides, PA

Average temperature in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ironsides, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ironsides, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ironsides, PA

Average humidity in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ironsides, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Ironsides, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ironsides, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ironsides, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ironsides, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ironsides, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ironsides, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Ironsides, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Ironsides, PA

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

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

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