December weather forecast
Littlestown, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Littlestown, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Littlestown, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Littlestown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.2 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Littlestown, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Littlestown, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.8 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Littlestown, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Littlestown is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Littlestown, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) 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 Littlestown have in December?

In Littlestown, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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?

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
Littlestown, PA

Average temperature in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Littlestown, PA

Average pressure in December - Littlestown, 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
Littlestown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Littlestown, PA

Average humidity in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Littlestown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Littlestown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Littlestown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Littlestown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Littlestown, 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: 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Littlestown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Littlestown, PA

Average UV index in December - Littlestown, 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
Littlestown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Littlestown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Littlestown, PA

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

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

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