December weather forecast
Laurel Hill, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Laurel Hill, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Laurel Hill observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). In the month of December, Laurel Hill experiences an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Laurel Hill, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.7 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Laurel Hill, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.8 snowfall days, and 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Laurel Hill, 40.1°F (4.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Laurel Hill is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Laurel Hill, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Laurel Hill, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Laurel Hill?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Laurel Hill?

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Laurel Hill, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Laurel Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average temperature in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average pressure in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average wind speed in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average humidity in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average rainfall in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average snowfall in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laurel Hill, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average UV index in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Laurel Hill, PA

Average visibility in December - Laurel Hill, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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