December weather forecast
Sandy Lake, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In Sandy Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Lake, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sandy Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.1 days and collects up to 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sandy Lake, in December, snow falls for 17.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sandy Lake, there are 83.8 snowfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sandy Lake.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sandy Lake, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sandy Lake?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sandy Lake, in December, snow falls for 17.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Lake have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Lake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sandy Lake is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average temperature in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average pressure in December - Sandy Lake, 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
Sandy Lake, PA

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average humidity in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Lake, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average UV index in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Sandy Lake, PA

Average visibility in December - Sandy Lake, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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