December weather forecast
Olanta, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Olanta, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Olanta observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Olanta, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Olanta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.6 days and collects up to 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Olanta, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.2 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) 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 December in Olanta, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Olanta, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Olanta is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Olanta, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

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 in Olanta?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Olanta have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Olanta?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Olanta is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Olanta, PA

Average temperature in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Olanta, PA

Average pressure in December - Olanta, 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
Olanta, PA

Average wind speed in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Olanta, PA

Average humidity in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Olanta, PA

Average rainfall in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Olanta, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olanta, PA

Average snowfall in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olanta, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olanta, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olanta, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Olanta, PA

Average UV index in December - Olanta, 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
Olanta, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Olanta, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Olanta, PA

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

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

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