December weather forecast
Sonestown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sonestown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Sonestown sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). In the month of December, an average of 27°F (-2.8°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sonestown, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sonestown are January through May, October through December. In Sonestown, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Sonestown, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) 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 7:13 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sonestown, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37°F (2.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sonestown, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sonestown?

In Sonestown, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sonestown?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Sonestown, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Sonestown, PA

Average pressure in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sonestown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sonestown, PA

Average humidity in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sonestown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Sonestown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sonestown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sonestown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sonestown, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sonestown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Sonestown, PA

Average UV index in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sonestown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Sonestown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Sonestown, PA

Average visibility in December - Sonestown, 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).

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