December weather forecast
Shankweilers, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shankweilers, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). In Shankweilers, the December nights cool down to an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shankweilers, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Shankweilers, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 15.87" (403mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Shankweilers is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shankweilers, Pennsylvania, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Shankweilers, 40.3°F (4.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shankweilers, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shankweilers have in December?

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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Shankweilers, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average temperature in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average pressure in December - Shankweilers, 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
Shankweilers, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average humidity in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shankweilers, 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: 4h and 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Shankweilers, PA

Average UV index in December - Shankweilers, 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
Shankweilers, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shankweilers, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Shankweilers, PA

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

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

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