December weather forecast
James City, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in James City, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). An average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In James City, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.4 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In James City, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.69" (297mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 99.3 snowfall days, and 56.69" (1440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In James City, the average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

James City in December has an average high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 20.1 days. Throughout December, 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does James City have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does James City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
James City, PA

Average temperature in December - James City, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
James City, PA

Average pressure in December - James City, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
James City, PA

Average wind speed in December - James City, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
James City, PA

Average humidity in December - James City, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in December
James City, PA

Average rainfall in December - James City, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
James City, PA

Average rainfall days in December - James City, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
James City, PA

Average snowfall in December - James City, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
James City, PA

Average snowfall days in December - James City, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
James City, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - James City, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
James City, PA

Average sunshine days in December - James City, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.5 days).

Average UV index in December
James City, PA

Average UV index in December - James City, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
James City, PA

Average cloud cover in December - James City, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
James City, PA

Average visibility in December - James City, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (4mi).

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