December weather forecast
Layton, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Layton, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Layton experiences a mean low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Layton, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Layton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Layton, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Layton, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.8 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Layton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Layton is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Layton?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Layton?

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

How much does it rain in Layton in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Layton in December?

In Layton, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Layton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Layton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Layton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Layton, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Layton have in December?

In Layton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Layton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Layton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Layton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Layton, PA

Average temperature in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average pressure in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average humidity in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Layton, 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 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
Layton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average UV index in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Layton, 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
Layton, PA

Average visibility in December - Layton, 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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