December weather forecast
Pleasant Gap, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasant Gap, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Pleasant Gap.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Gap, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pleasant Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pleasant Gap.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Pleasant Gap, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pleasant Gap is 3.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Gap. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pleasant Gap in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pleasant Gap, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Pleasant Gap?

The months with the highest humidity in Pleasant Gap are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pleasant Gap?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pleasant Gap?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pleasant Gap in December?

In Pleasant Gap, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pleasant Gap?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Gap have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pleasant Gap?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Gap have in December?

In Pleasant Gap, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Gap?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Pleasant Gap?

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

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Gap, 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
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

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

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Gap, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Gap, 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
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Gap, PA

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Gap, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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