December weather forecast
Walston, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Walston, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). During the nights in December, Walston experiences a consistent average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Walston, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Walston, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Walston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Walston, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71 snowfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) 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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Walston, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Walston have in December?

In Walston, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Walston?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Walston have in December?

In Walston, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Walston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index 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
Walston, PA

Average temperature in December - Walston, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Walston, PA

Average pressure in December - Walston, 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
Walston, PA

Average wind speed in December - Walston, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Walston, PA

Average humidity in December - Walston, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Walston, PA

Average rainfall in December - Walston, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Walston, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Walston, PA

Average snowfall in December - Walston, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Walston, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Walston, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Walston, 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: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Walston, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Walston, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Walston, PA

Average UV index in December - Walston, 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
Walston, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Walston, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Walston, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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