December weather forecast
Saltsburg, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saltsburg, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). An average temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In Saltsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Saltsburg, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Saltsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.8 days and collects up to 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saltsburg, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Saltsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 65 days and aggregates up to 28.98" (736mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saltsburg, is 39°F (3.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saltsburg, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Saltsburg?

In December, in Saltsburg, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Saltsburg, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Saltsburg have in December?

In Saltsburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saltsburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 health vulnerability 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 temperature in December
Saltsburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Saltsburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°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 (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Saltsburg, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saltsburg, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Saltsburg, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Saltsburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Saltsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Saltsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Saltsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saltsburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Saltsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saltsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Saltsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saltsburg, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saltsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Saltsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Saltsburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Saltsburg, 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
Saltsburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Saltsburg, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Saltsburg, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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