December weather forecast
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Sunny Rest Lodge, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Sunny Rest Lodge observes an average nighttime temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Sunny Rest Lodge, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sunny Rest Lodge, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.1 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sunny Rest Lodge, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Sunny Rest Lodge, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sunny Rest Lodge, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sunny Rest Lodge. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Sunny Rest Lodge, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated 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 Sunny Rest Lodge, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Sunny Rest Lodge is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sunny Rest Lodge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Sunny Rest Lodge?

In Sunny Rest Lodge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average temperature in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average pressure in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, 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
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average wind speed in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average humidity in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average rainfall in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average snowfall in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, 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: 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
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average UV index in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Sunny Rest Lodge, PA

Average visibility in December - Sunny Rest Lodge, 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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