December weather forecast
Midland, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Midland, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Midland, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Midland, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.2 snowfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Midland, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Midland, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 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 Midland, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Midland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Midland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Midland, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Midland, PA

Average pressure in December - Midland, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Midland, PA

Average wind speed in December - Midland, 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
Midland, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Midland, PA

Average rainfall in December - Midland, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Midland, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Midland, PA

Average snowfall in December - Midland, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Midland, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Midland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Midland, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Midland, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Midland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Midland, PA

Average UV index in December - Midland, 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
Midland, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Midland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Midland, PA

Average visibility in December - Midland, 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 and February (4mi).

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