December weather forecast
Oak Ridge, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Oak Ridge, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Oak Ridge reports a consistent average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Oak Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Oak Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Oak Ridge, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72.4 snowfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oak Ridge?

In Oak Ridge, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oak Ridge, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Oak Ridge, during December, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Ridge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average temperature in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average pressure in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Oak Ridge, PA

Average wind speed in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average humidity in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average rainfall in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average snowfall in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oak Ridge, 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: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average UV index in December - Oak Ridge, 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
Oak Ridge, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Oak Ridge, PA

Average visibility in December - Oak Ridge, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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