December weather forecast
Raricks, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raricks, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). In Raricks, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Raricks, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Raricks, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.6 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Raricks, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.2 snowfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Raricks, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Raricks, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Raricks is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Raricks, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Raricks, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Raricks have in December?

In Raricks, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Raricks is 4.4h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Raricks, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Raricks, PA

Average temperature in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Raricks, PA

Average pressure in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Raricks, PA

Average wind speed in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Raricks, PA

Average humidity in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Raricks, PA

Average rainfall in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Raricks, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Raricks, PA

Average snowfall in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Raricks, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raricks, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Raricks, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Raricks, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Raricks, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Raricks, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Raricks, 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
Raricks, PA

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

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

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