December weather forecast
Mount Pleasant, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Pleasant, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Mount Pleasant cools down to an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Mount Pleasant, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.4 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.2 snowfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Pleasant are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Mount Pleasant in December has an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Pleasant?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Mount Pleasant, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Pleasant have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average temperature in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average pressure in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average wind speed in December - Mount Pleasant, 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 (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average humidity in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Pleasant, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average UV index in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average visibility in December - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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