December weather forecast
Palmerton, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°F (3.5°C) and min 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). December brings Palmerton a consistent average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.1 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Palmerton, during December, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34 snowfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Palmerton, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Palmerton, records 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Palmerton, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Palmerton, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Palmerton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palmerton, PA

Average temperature in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Palmerton, PA

Average pressure in December - Palmerton, 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
Palmerton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Palmerton, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Palmerton, PA

Average humidity in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Palmerton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Palmerton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palmerton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palmerton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmerton, 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palmerton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Palmerton, PA

Average UV index in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Palmerton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Palmerton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Palmerton, PA

Average visibility in December - Palmerton, 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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