December weather forecast
Pughtown, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pughtown, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Pughtown sees a steady low-temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Pughtown, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pughtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.6 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pughtown, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.2 snowfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Pughtown, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pughtown in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pughtown, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pughtown, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pughtown, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pughtown?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pughtown have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pughtown have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pughtown, PA

Average temperature in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Pughtown, PA

Average pressure in December - Pughtown, 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
Pughtown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Pughtown, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Pughtown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Pughtown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pughtown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pughtown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pughtown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pughtown, PA

Average UV index in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pughtown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Pughtown, PA

Average visibility in December - Pughtown, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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