December weather forecast
West Salisbury, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Salisbury, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). West Salisbury, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.2 days and collects up to 35.94" (913mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Salisbury, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.16" (131mm) of snow. In West Salisbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.3 days and aggregates up to 33.39" (848mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Salisbury, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Salisbury, is 37.2°F (2.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Salisbury, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) 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 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Salisbury have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Salisbury, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in West Salisbury?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average temperature in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average pressure in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average humidity in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h 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: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average UV index in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
West Salisbury, PA

Average visibility in December - West Salisbury, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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