December weather forecast
Knoxville, PA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Knoxville, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Knoxville, during December, snow falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow. In Knoxville, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.4 days and aggregates up to 33.03" (839mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Knoxville, is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Knoxville, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Knoxville, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Knoxville, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 16.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Knoxville, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Knoxville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Knoxville, PA

Average temperature in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Knoxville, PA

Average pressure in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"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
Knoxville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Knoxville, PA

Average humidity in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Knoxville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Knoxville, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Knoxville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Knoxville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Knoxville, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Knoxville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Knoxville, PA

Average UV index in December - Knoxville, 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
Knoxville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Knoxville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Knoxville, PA

Average visibility in December - Knoxville, 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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