December weather forecast
Topton, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Topton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Topton records an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Topton, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Topton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.9 days and collects up to 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Topton, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Topton, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Topton, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Topton, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) 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 in Topton?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Topton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Topton have in December?

In Topton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

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 low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Topton, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Topton, PA

Average pressure in December - Topton, 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
Topton, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Topton, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Topton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Topton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Topton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Topton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Topton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Topton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Topton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Topton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Topton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Topton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Topton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Topton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Topton, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Topton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Topton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Topton, PA

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

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

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