December weather forecast
Nanticoke, PA

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Weather in December

Closing the year in Nanticoke, December brings back the winter chill. The dip in temperatures to 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an upturn in snowfall to 3.5" (89mm) dominate this month's climatic conditions. Drastically shorter daylight hours and a rise in cloudiness fill the days towards the year's end. Looking ahead to January, anticipate a continuation of similar cold weather conditions and a steady amount of snowfall.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). Nanticoke, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Nanticoke is 83%.

Rainfall

In Nanticoke, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Nanticoke, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Nanticoke, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Nanticoke, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Nanticoke in December?

During December, Nanticoke experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nanticoke?

The average relative humidity in December in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Nanticoke in December?

In Nanticoke, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Nanticoke in December?

In Nanticoke, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nanticoke?

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

How many hours of daylight does Nanticoke have in December?

In December, the average day length in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nanticoke?

On the first day of December in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nanticoke have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nanticoke?

The month with the lowest UV index in Nanticoke is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Nanticoke?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average temperature in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average pressure in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Nanticoke, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average humidity in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average rainfall in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average snowfall in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Nanticoke, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nanticoke, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average UV index in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average visibility in December - Nanticoke, 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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