December weather forecast
North East, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North East, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). North East documents a consistent average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) at night during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in North East is 84%.

Rainfall

In North East, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in North East, there are 169.5 rainfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North East, during December, snow falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in North East, there are 71.3 snowfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in North East is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in North East, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In North East, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North East, Pennsylvania, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in North East in December?

During December, North East experiences an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North East?

The average relative humidity in December in North East, Pennsylvania, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in North East?

In North East, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in North East in December?

In December, in North East, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in North East?

The month with the shortest days in North East is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does North East have in December?

In North East, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in North East?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in North East, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in North East?

The average sunshine duration in December in North East, Pennsylvania, is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North East?

The months with the lowest UV index in North East are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in North East?

In North East, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North East, PA

Average temperature in December - North East, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
North East, PA

Average pressure in December - North East, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
North East, PA

Average wind speed in December - North East, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
North East, PA

Average humidity in December - North East, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
North East, PA

Average rainfall in December - North East, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
North East, PA

Average rainfall days in December - North East, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
North East, PA

Average snowfall in December - North East, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
North East, PA

Average snowfall days in December - North East, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North East, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North East, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
North East, PA

Average sunshine days in December - North East, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
North East, PA

Average UV index in December - North East, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
North East, PA

Average cloud cover in December - North East, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
North East, PA

Average visibility in December - North East, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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