December weather forecast
Selinsgrove, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Selinsgrove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Selinsgrove. In December, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Selinsgrove, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) 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 December in Selinsgrove, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Selinsgrove is 4.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Selinsgrove, 39°F (3.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Selinsgrove?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Selinsgrove in December?

In Selinsgrove, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months 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 intensity 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average temperature in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°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 (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average pressure in December - Selinsgrove, 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
Selinsgrove, PA

Average wind speed in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average humidity in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average rainfall in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average snowfall in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Selinsgrove, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Selinsgrove, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Selinsgrove, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Selinsgrove, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Selinsgrove, PA

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

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

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