December weather forecast
Wind Gap, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wind Gap, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and max 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). During December, Wind Gap consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wind Gap, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wind Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 39°F (3.9°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wind Gap, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wind Gap, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

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 Wind Gap have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wind Gap?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Wind Gap is 4.7h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average temperature in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average pressure in December - Wind Gap, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average wind speed in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average humidity in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average rainfall in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average snowfall in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wind Gap, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average UV index in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Wind Gap, PA

Average visibility in December - Wind Gap, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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