December weather forecast
Wickhaven, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Wickhaven, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). The low-temperature averages to a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wickhaven, during December, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 35.24" (895mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wickhaven, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 snowfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) 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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wickhaven, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wickhaven, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wickhaven, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wickhaven in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wickhaven, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Wickhaven is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wickhaven, PA

Average temperature in December - Wickhaven, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°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 (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Wickhaven, PA

Average pressure in December - Wickhaven, 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
Wickhaven, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Wickhaven, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Wickhaven, PA

Average rainfall in December - Wickhaven, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Wickhaven, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Wickhaven, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wickhaven, PA

Average snowfall in December - Wickhaven, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wickhaven, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Wickhaven, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wickhaven, 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: 3h and 4min

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
Wickhaven, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Wickhaven, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wickhaven, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wickhaven, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Wickhaven, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Wickhaven, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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