December weather forecast
Oaks, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Oaks, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Oaks encounters an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Oaks, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oaks, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.1 days and aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Oaks, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oaks, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Oaks have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oaks have in December?

In Oaks, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months 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 Oaks?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Oaks, PA

Average temperature in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Oaks, PA

Average pressure in December - Oaks, 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
Oaks, PA

Average wind speed in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Oaks, PA

Average humidity in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Oaks, PA

Average rainfall in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Oaks, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oaks, PA

Average snowfall in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oaks, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oaks, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oaks, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Oaks, PA

Average UV index in December - Oaks, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Oaks, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Oaks, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Oaks, PA

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

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

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