December weather forecast
Paxtang, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Paxtang, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

In Paxtang, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Paxtang, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Paxtang, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.2 days and aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Paxtang, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Paxtang in December has an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Paxtang, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Paxtang, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Paxtang?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Paxtang?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Paxtang is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Paxtang, PA

Average temperature in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Paxtang, PA

Average pressure in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Paxtang, PA

Average wind speed in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

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

Average humidity in December
Paxtang, PA

Average humidity in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Paxtang, PA

Average rainfall in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Paxtang, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paxtang, PA

Average snowfall in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paxtang, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paxtang, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Paxtang, PA

Average UV index in December - Paxtang, 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
Paxtang, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Paxtang, PA

Average visibility in December - Paxtang, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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