December weather forecast
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shawnee on Delaware, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Shawnee on Delaware, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shawnee on Delaware, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Shawnee on Delaware, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shawnee on Delaware, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shawnee on Delaware, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shawnee on Delaware in December?

In Shawnee on Delaware, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is 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?

In Shawnee on Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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 temperature in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average temperature in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°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: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average pressure in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average humidity in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawnee on Delaware, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average UV index in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Shawnee on Delaware, PA

Average visibility in December - Shawnee on Delaware, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

Shawnee on Delaware, Pennsylvania, USA

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