December weather forecast
Thompsontown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Thompsontown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In Thompsontown, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Thompsontown, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thompsontown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thompsontown, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Thompsontown, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Thompsontown, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Thompsontown, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 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 Thompsontown, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Thompsontown, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) 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 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Thompsontown?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Thompsontown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Thompsontown?

In Thompsontown, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average temperature in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average pressure in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average humidity in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thompsontown, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Thompsontown, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Thompsontown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Thompsontown, PA

Average visibility in December - Thompsontown, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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