December weather forecast
Whitaker, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Whitaker, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.6°F (4.2°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Whitaker experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

In Whitaker, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Whitaker, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whitaker, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitaker, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Whitaker, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Whitaker, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Whitaker experiences an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Whitaker, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Whitaker, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Whitaker, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Whitaker have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Whitaker is 3.4h.

What is the month with 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whitaker, PA

Average temperature in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitaker, PA

Average pressure in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Whitaker, PA

Average wind speed in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitaker, PA

Average humidity in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitaker, PA

Average rainfall in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitaker, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitaker, PA

Average snowfall in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitaker, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitaker, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitaker, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Whitaker, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitaker, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Whitaker, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Whitaker, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Whitaker, PA

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

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

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