December weather forecast
Keating Summit, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Keating Summit, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). An average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Keating Summit, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Keating Summit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Keating Summit, in December, during 19.2 snowfall days, 9.37" (238mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 snowfall days, and 45.55" (1157mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets 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. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Keating Summit, is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Keating Summit, during December, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Keating Summit 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 7:20 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Keating Summit?

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Keating Summit have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average temperature in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average pressure in December - Keating Summit, 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
Keating Summit, PA

Average wind speed in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average humidity in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average rainfall in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average snowfall in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Keating Summit, PA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average UV index in December - Keating Summit, 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
Keating Summit, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Keating Summit, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Keating Summit, PA

Average visibility in December - Keating Summit, 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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