December weather forecast
Ranshaw, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Ranshaw, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and max 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). An average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In Ranshaw, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ranshaw, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ranshaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ranshaw, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ranshaw, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.9 days and aggregates up to 15.47" (393mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ranshaw, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ranshaw, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) 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 Ranshaw, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average temperature in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average pressure in December - Ranshaw, 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
Ranshaw, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average humidity in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ranshaw, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ranshaw, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ranshaw, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Ranshaw, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ranshaw, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ranshaw, PA

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

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

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