December weather forecast
McElhattan, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in McElhattan, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). December in McElhattan generally records an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In McElhattan, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In McElhattan, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In McElhattan, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.1 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In McElhattan, 36.7°F (2.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in McElhattan in December?

In McElhattan, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In McElhattan, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does McElhattan have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does McElhattan have in December?

In McElhattan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value 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
McElhattan, PA

Average temperature in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°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 (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
McElhattan, PA

Average pressure in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
McElhattan, PA

Average wind speed in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
McElhattan, PA

Average humidity in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
McElhattan, PA

Average rainfall in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
McElhattan, PA

Average rainfall days in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
McElhattan, PA

Average snowfall in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McElhattan, PA

Average snowfall days in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
McElhattan, PA

Average sunshine days in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
McElhattan, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
McElhattan, PA

Average cloud cover in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
McElhattan, PA

Average visibility in December - McElhattan, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, September and December (4mi).

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