December weather forecast
Lorain, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lorain, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Lorain records a consistent low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lorain, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lorain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.7 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lorain, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Lorain, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 18.23" (463mm) 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lorain is 3.4h.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Lorain, is 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°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 Lorain, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lorain, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lorain have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lorain, the average sunshine duration in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Lorain, PA

Average temperature in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Lorain, PA

Average pressure in December - Lorain, 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
Lorain, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lorain, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Lorain, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Lorain, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lorain, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lorain, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lorain, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lorain, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lorain, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lorain, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lorain, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Lorain, PA

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

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

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