December weather forecast
Wardsburg, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Wardsburg, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). Wardsburg's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Wardsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wardsburg, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wardsburg, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Wardsburg, the average high-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wardsburg, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wardsburg, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically 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 Wardsburg have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wardsburg have in December?

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

When is 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Wardsburg, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wardsburg, 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 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
Wardsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Wardsburg, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Wardsburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Wardsburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Wardsburg, 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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