December weather forecast
Ricketts, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Ricketts, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Ricketts observes an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Ricketts, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Ricketts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ricketts, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ricketts, there are 57.9 snowfall days, and 29.53" (750mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Ricketts, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ricketts?

December temperatures in Ricketts vary between a high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Ricketts?

The months with the highest humidity in Ricketts, Pennsylvania, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ricketts?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ricketts?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ricketts in December?

In Ricketts, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ricketts?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ricketts?

In December, the average day length in Ricketts, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ricketts?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ricketts, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ricketts have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ricketts.

How high is the UV index in December in Ricketts?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ricketts is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Ricketts, PA

Average temperature in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ricketts, PA

Average pressure in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ricketts, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ricketts, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ricketts, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Ricketts, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ricketts, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ricketts, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ricketts, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ricketts, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ricketts, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ricketts, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Ricketts, PA

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

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

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