December weather forecast
Saint Marys, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.9 rainfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saint Marys, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.7 snowfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Marys, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Saint Marys, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Saint Marys in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Marys, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Marys?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average temperature in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Marys, PA

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

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average humidity in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Marys, 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: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average UV index in December - Saint Marys, 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
Saint Marys, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Saint Marys, PA

Average visibility in December - Saint Marys, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (4mi).

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