December weather forecast
Witmer, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Witmer, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, Witmer sees a mean low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Witmer, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Witmer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Witmer, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.5 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Witmer, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Witmer?

In Witmer, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Witmer, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Witmer?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Witmer, PA

Average pressure in December - Witmer, 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
Witmer, PA

Average wind speed in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Witmer, PA

Average humidity in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Witmer, PA

Average rainfall in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Witmer, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Witmer, PA

Average snowfall in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Witmer, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 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
Witmer, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Witmer, 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: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Witmer, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Witmer, PA

Average UV index in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Witmer, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Witmer, PA

Average visibility in December - Witmer, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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