December weather forecast
Pottersdale, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pottersdale, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

Pottersdale's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Throughout December, Pottersdale's nights cool down to an average of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Pottersdale, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.7 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pottersdale, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pottersdale, there are 76 snowfall days, and 37.6" (955mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pottersdale, records 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°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 Pottersdale, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pottersdale have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pottersdale, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pottersdale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Pottersdale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Pottersdale, PA

Average temperature in December - Pottersdale, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Pottersdale, PA

Average pressure in December - Pottersdale, 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
Pottersdale, PA

Average wind speed in December - Pottersdale, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Pottersdale, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Pottersdale, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pottersdale, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Pottersdale, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pottersdale, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pottersdale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pottersdale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pottersdale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 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
Pottersdale, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pottersdale, 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: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pottersdale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pottersdale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pottersdale, PA

Average UV index in December - Pottersdale, 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
Pottersdale, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pottersdale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Pottersdale, PA

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

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

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