December weather forecast
Wheat Sheaf, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Wheat Sheaf, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, Wheat Sheaf experiences a low-temperature average of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wheat Sheaf, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Wheat Sheaf, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Wheat Sheaf, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Wheat Sheaf in December?

In Wheat Sheaf, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wheat Sheaf in December?

In Wheat Sheaf, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Wheat Sheaf have in December?

In Wheat Sheaf, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wheat Sheaf?

In Wheat Sheaf, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Wheat Sheaf, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average temperature in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average pressure in December - Wheat Sheaf, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average humidity in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average rainfall in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average snowfall in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wheat Sheaf, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average UV index in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Wheat Sheaf, PA

Average visibility in December - Wheat Sheaf, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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