December weather forecast
Polktown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Polktown, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout December, Polktown's nights cool down to an average of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Polktown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Polktown, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Polktown, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.6 days and aggregates up to 14.69" (373mm) 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 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Polktown?

The months with the highest humidity in Polktown, Pennsylvania, are February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Polktown, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Polktown, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Polktown have in December?

In Polktown, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Polktown?

January, February, November and 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Polktown, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Polktown, PA

Average pressure in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Polktown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Polktown, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Polktown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Polktown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Polktown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Polktown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Polktown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Polktown, PA

Average UV index in December - Polktown, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Polktown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Polktown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Polktown, PA

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

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

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