December weather forecast
Locust Gap, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Locust Gap, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Locust Gap's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Locust Gap, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Locust Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.2 days and collects up to 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. In Locust Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Locust Gap, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Locust Gap, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Locust Gap are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Locust Gap?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Locust Gap, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Locust Gap, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Locust Gap have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Locust Gap, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Locust Gap have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Locust Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Locust Gap, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average pressure in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average wind speed in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average humidity in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average rainfall in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average snowfall in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Locust Gap, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average UV index in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Locust Gap, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Locust Gap, PA

Average visibility in December - Locust Gap, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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