December weather forecast
Minesite, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minesite, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). In the month of December, the average temperature in Minesite dips to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Minesite is 80%.

Rainfall

In Minesite, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.9 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Minesite are January through May, October through December. In Minesite, in December, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 18.98" (482mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Minesite is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Minesite, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Minesite is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Minesite are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Minesite?

During December, Minesite experiences an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Minesite?

The average relative humidity in December in Minesite is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Minesite?

In Minesite, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Minesite in December?

In Minesite, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minesite?

The month with the shortest days in Minesite is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Minesite have in December?

In Minesite, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Minesite?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Minesite?

In Minesite, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Minesite, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index reading in December in Minesite?

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

Average temperature in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Minesite, PA

Average pressure in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Minesite, PA

Average wind speed in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Minesite, PA

Average humidity in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Minesite, PA

Average rainfall in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Minesite, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minesite, PA

Average snowfall in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minesite, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minesite, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minesite, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Minesite, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Minesite, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Minesite, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Minesite, PA

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

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

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