December weather forecast
Lawrence, PA

Share

Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December nights, Lawrence registers an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.9 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lawrence, Pennsylvania, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lawrence, during the entire year, snow falls for 60 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Lawrence in December has an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Lawrence, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lawrence have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lawrence?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lawrence, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Lawrence, PA

Average pressure in December - Lawrence, 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
Lawrence, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lawrence, PA

Average humidity in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lawrence, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Lawrence, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lawrence, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lawrence, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lawrence, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lawrence, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lawrence, PA

Average UV index in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lawrence, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Lawrence, PA

Average visibility in December - Lawrence, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

Lawrence, Pennsylvania, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location