December weather forecast
Ligonier, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In December, Ligonier's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ligonier, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ligonier, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ligonier in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ligonier, records 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ligonier, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ligonier, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ligonier have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ligonier, PA

Average temperature in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ligonier, PA

Average pressure in December - Ligonier, 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
Ligonier, PA

Average wind speed in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ligonier, PA

Average humidity in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ligonier, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Ligonier, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ligonier, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ligonier, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ligonier, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Ligonier, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ligonier, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ligonier, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ligonier, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Ligonier, PA

Average visibility in December - Ligonier, 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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