December weather forecast
Zion Grove, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zion Grove, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). Throughout December nights, Zion Grove experiences a consistent temperature average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Zion Grove, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Zion Grove, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Zion Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Zion Grove, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.2 snowfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 38.1°F (3.4°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Zion Grove, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Zion Grove, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Zion Grove, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Zion Grove, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Zion Grove, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zion Grove have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average temperature in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average pressure in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Zion Grove, PA

Average wind speed in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average humidity in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average rainfall in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average snowfall in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zion Grove, 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 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average UV index in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Zion Grove, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Zion Grove, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Zion Grove, PA

Average visibility in December - Zion Grove, 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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