December weather forecast
Shawanese, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Shawanese, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Shawanese's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). An average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) marks the nights in Shawanese throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shawanese, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shawanese, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.9 days and aggregates up to 29.53" (750mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shawanese are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shawanese, is 36°F (2.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shawanese, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Shawanese, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Shawanese have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawanese have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Shawanese, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shawanese, PA

Average temperature in December - Shawanese, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Shawanese, PA

Average pressure in December - Shawanese, 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
Shawanese, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Shawanese, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Shawanese, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shawanese, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Shawanese, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shawanese, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shawanese, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shawanese, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shawanese, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shawanese, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawanese, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shawanese, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shawanese, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shawanese, PA

Average UV index in December - Shawanese, 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
Shawanese, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shawanese, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Shawanese, PA

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

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

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