December weather forecast
Ochre Mill, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ochre Mill, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). Throughout December nights, Ochre Mill registers an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Ochre Mill, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ochre Mill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.5 days and collects up to 36.57" (929mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ochre Mill, in December, during 12.3 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ochre Mill, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ochre Mill, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ochre Mill, in December, during 12.3 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Ochre Mill is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index in Ochre Mill is December, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ochre Mill, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average pressure in December - Ochre Mill, 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
Ochre Mill, PA

Average wind speed in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average humidity in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ochre Mill, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average UV index in December - Ochre Mill, 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
Ochre Mill, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Ochre Mill, PA

Average visibility in December - Ochre Mill, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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