December weather forecast
Philipsburg, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). Philipsburg anticipates an average minimum temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Philipsburg, there are 159 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Philipsburg are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.7 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Philipsburg, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Philipsburg, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Philipsburg, 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Philipsburg, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Philipsburg, during December, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) 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 Philipsburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Philipsburg have in December?

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

What is the month with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Philipsburg, 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
Philipsburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Philipsburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Philipsburg, 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
Philipsburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Philipsburg, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and September (4mi).

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