December weather forecast
Sugar Notch, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sugar Notch, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Sugar Notch experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Throughout December, Sugar Notch encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sugar Notch, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sugar Notch, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Sugar Notch, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Sugar Notch, the average high-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sugar Notch, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sugar Notch, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sugar Notch, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Sugar Notch?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average temperature in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average pressure in December - Sugar Notch, 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
Sugar Notch, PA

Average wind speed in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average humidity in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average rainfall in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average snowfall in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sugar Notch, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average UV index in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Sugar Notch, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Sugar Notch, PA

Average visibility in December - Sugar Notch, 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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