December weather forecast
Lake City, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake City, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). The temperature during December experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 30°F (-1.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lake City, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.5 rainfall days, and 37.8" (960mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake City are January through May, October through December. In Lake City, in December, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.69" (119mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.4 snowfall days, and 24.76" (629mm) 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 7:30 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lake City, the average sunshine in December is 2.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lake City, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lake City, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 4.69" (119mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lake City is 2.5h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake City, PA

Average pressure in December - Lake City, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake City, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake City, PA

Average humidity in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake City, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.64").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake City, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake City, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake City, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake City, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake City, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake City, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lake City, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lake City, PA

Average visibility in December - Lake City, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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