December weather forecast
Rothsville, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rothsville, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Rothsville, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rothsville, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rothsville, Pennsylvania, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Rothsville, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rothsville, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Rothsville in December has an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rothsville, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rothsville have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rothsville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Rothsville, PA

Average temperature in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Rothsville, PA

Average pressure in December - Rothsville, 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
Rothsville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rothsville, PA

Average humidity in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Rothsville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Rothsville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rothsville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rothsville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rothsville, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rothsville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rothsville, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rothsville, PA

Average visibility in December - Rothsville, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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