December weather forecast
Saint Lawrence, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Saint Lawrence, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Saint Lawrence observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Saint Lawrence, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Saint Lawrence, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129 rainfall days, and 13.5" (343mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Saint Lawrence, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.4 snowfall days, and 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Saint Lawrence, 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 in Saint Lawrence. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Saint Lawrence, the average high-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Saint Lawrence, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saint Lawrence, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Lawrence, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Saint Lawrence, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Saint Lawrence, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average temperature in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average pressure in December - Saint Lawrence, 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
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

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

Average humidity in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average humidity in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Lawrence, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average UV index in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
Saint Lawrence, PA

Average visibility in December - Saint Lawrence, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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