December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Picture Rocks, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Picture Rocks's average low-temperature in December is measured at a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Picture Rocks, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Picture Rocks, there are 168 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Picture Rocks, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Picture Rocks, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Picture Rocks.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Picture Rocks in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Picture Rocks, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Picture Rocks in December?

In Picture Rocks, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°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 (19°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Picture Rocks, PA

Average humidity in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Picture Rocks, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
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Average cloud cover in December - Picture Rocks, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Picture Rocks, PA

Average visibility in December - Picture Rocks, 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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