December weather forecast
Owensdale, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Owensdale, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Owensdale is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Owensdale, Pennsylvania, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Owensdale, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.2 snowfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) 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 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Owensdale, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Owensdale. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Owensdale?

Owensdale in December has an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Owensdale?

In December, the average relative humidity in Owensdale, Pennsylvania, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Owensdale in December?

In Owensdale, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Owensdale in December?

In Owensdale, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Owensdale?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Owensdale?

In Owensdale, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Owensdale?

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 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Owensdale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Owensdale, Pennsylvania, is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Owensdale?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Owensdale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Owensdale is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Owensdale, PA

Average temperature in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Owensdale, PA

Average pressure in December - Owensdale, 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
Owensdale, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Owensdale, PA

Average humidity in December - Owensdale, 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 July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Owensdale, PA

Average rainfall in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Owensdale, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Owensdale, PA

Average snowfall in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Owensdale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Owensdale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Owensdale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Owensdale, PA

Average UV index in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Owensdale, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Owensdale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Owensdale, PA

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

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

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