December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Japan, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

As Japan, Pennsylvania, enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) of November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Japan, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Japan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Japan, during December, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow. In Japan, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 38.9" (988mm) 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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Japan, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Japan in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Japan, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What are the most humid months in Japan?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Japan?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Japan in December?

In Japan, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Japan in December?

In Japan, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Japan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Japan have in December?

The average day length in December in Japan, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Japan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Japan, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Japan?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Japan?

The month with the lowest UV index in Japan, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Japan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Japan, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Japan, PA

Average temperature in December - Japan, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Japan, PA

Average pressure in December - Japan, 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
Japan, PA

Average wind speed in December - Japan, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Japan, PA

Average humidity in December - Japan, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Japan, PA

Average rainfall in December - Japan, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Japan, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Japan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Japan, PA

Average snowfall in December - Japan, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Japan, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Japan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Japan, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Japan, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Japan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Japan, PA

Average UV index in December - Japan, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Japan, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Japan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Japan, PA

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

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

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