December weather forecast
Portersville, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Portersville, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). During December, Portersville consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Portersville, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Portersville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.7 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Portersville, in December, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.12" (130mm) of snow. In Portersville, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.8 days and aggregates up to 27.76" (705mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Portersville, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Portersville, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Portersville, during December, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Portersville, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Portersville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Portersville?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Portersville is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Portersville, PA

Average temperature in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Portersville, PA

Average pressure in December - Portersville, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Portersville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Portersville, PA

Average humidity in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Portersville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Portersville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Portersville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Portersville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Portersville, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Portersville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Portersville, PA

Average UV index in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Portersville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Portersville, PA

Average visibility in December - Portersville, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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