December weather forecast
Shermans Dale, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shermans Dale, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). In the month of December, Shermans Dale records a consistent average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Shermans Dale, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shermans Dale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shermans Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 15.67" (398mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Shermans Dale is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shermans Dale?

In Shermans Dale, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Shermans Dale?

In Shermans Dale, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shermans Dale have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shermans Dale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Shermans Dale, Pennsylvania, is 4.5h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shermans Dale is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Shermans Dale, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average pressure in December - Shermans Dale, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average humidity in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shermans Dale, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average UV index in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Shermans Dale, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Shermans Dale, PA

Average visibility in December - Shermans Dale, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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