December weather forecast
Lakeside, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lakeside, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakeside is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lakeside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lakeside, Pennsylvania, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lakeside, Pennsylvania, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lakeside, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Lakeside during December?

During December, Lakeside experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lakeside?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakeside is 77%.

How much does it rain in Lakeside in December?

In Lakeside, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lakeside?

In Lakeside, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakeside?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lakeside, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does Lakeside have in December?

In Lakeside, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lakeside?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lakeside, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lakeside?

In Lakeside, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lakeside?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Lakeside?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lakeside, PA

Average temperature in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakeside, PA

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

Average wind speed in December
Lakeside, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakeside, PA

Average humidity in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakeside, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakeside, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakeside, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakeside, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakeside, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakeside, PA

Average UV index in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lakeside, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lakeside, PA

Average visibility in December - Lakeside, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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