December weather forecast
Mars, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mars, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Mars, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Mars, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mars, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.1 days and aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) 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 December in Mars, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mars, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mars, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mars is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mars, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mars, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Mars, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

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 Mars?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Mars, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Mars, PA

Average pressure in December - Mars, 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
Mars, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Mars, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Mars, PA

Average rainfall in December - Mars, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Mars, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Mars, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mars, PA

Average snowfall in December - Mars, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mars, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Mars, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mars, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mars, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Mars, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mars, PA

Average UV index in December - Mars, 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
Mars, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Mars, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Mars, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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