December weather forecast
Willow Lake, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Willow Lake, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Willow Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Willow Lake, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Willow Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.1 days and aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Willow Lake.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Willow Lake, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Willow Lake, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Willow Lake, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Willow Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Willow Lake are January, February and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Willow Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Willow Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average temperature in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average pressure in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average wind speed in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average humidity in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average rainfall in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average snowfall in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Willow Lake, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average UV index in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Willow Lake, PA

Average visibility in December - Willow Lake, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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