December weather forecast
Thornburg, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thornburg, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Thornburg, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Thornburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.7 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Thornburg is 3.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 39.4°F (4.1°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Thornburg, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Thornburg in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

In Thornburg, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Thornburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Thornburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Thornburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Thornburg, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Thornburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Thornburg, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Thornburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thornburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thornburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thornburg, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thornburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Thornburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Thornburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Thornburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Thornburg, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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