December weather forecast
Morton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Morton, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Morton witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Morton. In Morton, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Morton, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Morton, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Morton, Pennsylvania, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Morton, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Morton, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically 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 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Morton, PA

Average temperature in December - Morton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Morton, PA

Average pressure in December - Morton, 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
Morton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Morton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Morton, PA

Average humidity in December - Morton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Morton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Morton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Morton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Morton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Morton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Morton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Morton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Morton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Morton, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Morton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Morton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Morton, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Morton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Morton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Morton, PA

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

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

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