December weather forecast
Moshannon, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Moshannon, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). In December, Moshannon reports a consistent average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Moshannon is 84%.

Rainfall

In Moshannon, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moshannon, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.7 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Moshannon, in December, during 13.8 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically 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.

How many hours of daylight does Moshannon have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moshannon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Moshannon, PA

Average temperature in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Moshannon, PA

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

Average wind speed in December
Moshannon, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Moshannon, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Moshannon, PA

Average rainfall in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Moshannon, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moshannon, PA

Average snowfall in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moshannon, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moshannon, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Moshannon, PA

Average UV index in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Moshannon, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Moshannon, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Moshannon, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and September (4mi).

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