December weather forecast
Mifflin Junction, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mifflin Junction, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Throughout December nights, Mifflin Junction experiences a consistent temperature average of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Mifflin Junction, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Mifflin Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mifflin Junction, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Mifflin Junction, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Mifflin Junction experiences an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Mifflin Junction, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mifflin Junction?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mifflin Junction?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average temperature in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°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 (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average pressure in December - Mifflin Junction, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

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

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

Average humidity in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average humidity in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average rainfall in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average snowfall in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mifflin Junction, 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: 3h and 2min

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
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average UV index in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Mifflin Junction, PA

Average visibility in December - Mifflin Junction, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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