Lancaster weather in December (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Lancaster this December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Lancaster typically brings low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 7°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -1°C.

Precipitation

Lancaster in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With about 126 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lancaster. May and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lancaster climate page with graphs.

 

Lancaster, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 101 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 126 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 43% *  

* Data from: Harrisburg, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Lancaster.

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