December weather forecast
Millersville, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Millersville, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Millersville observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). Millersville's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Millersville, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Millersville, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Millersville, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Millersville, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 11.46" (291mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Millersville, the average high-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Millersville, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

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 Millersville have in December?

In Millersville, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Millersville, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Millersville have in December?

In Millersville, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Millersville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Millersville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Millersville, PA

Average temperature in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Millersville, PA

Average pressure in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Millersville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Millersville, PA

Average humidity in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Millersville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Millersville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Millersville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Millersville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Millersville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Millersville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Millersville, PA

Average UV index in December - Millersville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Millersville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Millersville, PA

Average visibility in December - Millersville, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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