December weather forecast
Palm, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palm, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Palm reports an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Palm, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.5 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Palm, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27 snowfall days, and 12.52" (318mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Palm, records 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Palm, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Palm, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Palm have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Palm have in December?

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

What is the month 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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Palm, PA

Average temperature in December - Palm, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Palm, PA

Average pressure in December - Palm, 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
Palm, PA

Average wind speed in December - Palm, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Palm, PA

Average humidity in December - Palm, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Palm, PA

Average rainfall in December - Palm, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Palm, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Palm, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palm, PA

Average snowfall in December - Palm, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palm, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Palm, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palm, 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 18min).

  • 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palm, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Palm, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Palm, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Palm, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Palm, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Palm, PA

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

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

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