December weather forecast
Rankin, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Rankin, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Throughout the month of December, Rankin witnesses an average temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Rankin, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.2 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rankin, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Rankin, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 25.51" (648mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rankin, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Rankin experiences an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rankin, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rankin?

In Rankin, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rankin, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rankin, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rankin?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rankin is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rankin, PA

Average temperature in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Rankin, PA

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

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Rankin, PA

Average humidity in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Rankin, PA

Average rainfall in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Rankin, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rankin, PA

Average snowfall in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rankin, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rankin, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rankin, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rankin, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rankin, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Rankin, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Rankin, PA

Average visibility in December - Rankin, 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 and February (4mi).

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