December weather forecast
Lower Whyel, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lower Whyel, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). Lower Whyel records an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Lower Whyel, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.1 rainfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lower Whyel, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Lower Whyel, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 13.58" (345mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month 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 average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Lower Whyel during December is 39.9°F (4.4°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lower Whyel, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lower Whyel, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lower Whyel have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lower Whyel?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average temperature in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average pressure in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average humidity in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

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
Lower Whyel, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lower Whyel, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average UV index in December - Lower Whyel, 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
Lower Whyel, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lower Whyel, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Lower Whyel, PA

Average visibility in December - Lower Whyel, 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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