December weather forecast
Martinsburg, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Martinsburg, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). During December, Martinsburg's temperature averages to a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Martinsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Martinsburg, in December, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 25.55" (649mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, in Martinsburg, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Martinsburg, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Martinsburg, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Martinsburg have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Martinsburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Martinsburg, 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
Martinsburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Martinsburg, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Martinsburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Martinsburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Martinsburg, 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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