December weather forecast
Star Junction, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Star Junction, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Star Junction, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.7 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Star Junction. In Star Junction, in December, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Star Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.8 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Star Junction, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Star Junction, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is 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 Star Junction have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Star Junction, PA

Average temperature in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Star Junction, PA

Average pressure in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Star Junction, PA

Average wind speed in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Star Junction, PA

Average humidity in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Star Junction, PA

Average rainfall in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Star Junction, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Star Junction, PA

Average snowfall in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Star Junction, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Star Junction, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Star Junction, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Star Junction, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Star Junction, PA

Average UV index in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Star Junction, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Star Junction, PA

Average visibility in December - Star Junction, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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