December weather forecast
Rector, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Rector, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°F (3.5°C) and min 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Rector throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In Rector, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Rector, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rector, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. In Rector, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rector, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Rector experiences an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rector, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Rector in December?

In Rector, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rector, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rector, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rector is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rector?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Rector, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Rector, PA

Average temperature in December - Rector, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Rector, PA

Average pressure in December - Rector, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rector, PA

Average wind speed in December - Rector, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rector, PA

Average humidity in December - Rector, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Rector, PA

Average rainfall in December - Rector, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Rector, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Rector, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rector, PA

Average snowfall in December - Rector, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rector, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Rector, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rector, 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: 3h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rector, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Rector, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Rector, PA

Average UV index in December - Rector, 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
Rector, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Rector, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Rector, PA

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

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

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