December weather forecast
Shirks Corner, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shirks Corner, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Shirks Corner's average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). During the nights in December, Shirks Corner experiences a consistent average temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.6 rainfall days, and 15.16" (385mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Shirks Corner, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17 snowfall days, and 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shirks Corner, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Shirks Corner, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) 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 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shirks Corner have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shirks Corner?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average temperature in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average pressure in December - Shirks Corner, 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
Shirks Corner, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average humidity in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shirks Corner, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average UV index in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Shirks Corner, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Shirks Corner, PA

Average visibility in December - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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