December weather forecast
Ironton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ironton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). In December, Ironton experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In Ironton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ironton, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ironton, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ironton, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ironton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ironton, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ironton, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically 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.

How many hours of daylight does Ironton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ironton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Ironton, PA

Average temperature in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ironton, PA

Average pressure in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Ironton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ironton, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ironton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Ironton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ironton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ironton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ironton, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Ironton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ironton, PA

Average UV index in December - Ironton, 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
Ironton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ironton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ironton, PA

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

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

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