December weather forecast
McDonald, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in McDonald, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

McDonald experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.6 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McDonald. In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. In McDonald, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.6 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in McDonald, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in McDonald is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in McDonald. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

McDonald in December has an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In McDonald, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) 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 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McDonald have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does McDonald have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In McDonald, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McDonald, PA

Average temperature in December - McDonald, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
McDonald, PA

Average pressure in December - McDonald, 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
McDonald, PA

Average wind speed in December - McDonald, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
McDonald, PA

Average humidity in December - McDonald, 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 (76%).

Average rainfall in December
McDonald, PA

Average rainfall in December - McDonald, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

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

Average rainfall days in December
McDonald, PA

Average rainfall days in December - McDonald, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
McDonald, PA

Average snowfall in December - McDonald, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

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

Average snowfall days in December
McDonald, PA

Average snowfall days in December - McDonald, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McDonald, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
McDonald, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
McDonald, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
McDonald, PA

Average cloud cover in December - McDonald, 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
McDonald, PA

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

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

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