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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Scranton, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C). During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Scranton, New York, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C). Transitioning from January to February, Scranton observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C), differing subtly from the previous month. Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Scranton, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Scranton experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Scranton, New York, is a cool spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52°F (11.1°C) and an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C). Scranton in April experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from March's wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Scranton, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C). May brings a rise in Scranton's average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Scranton, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low of 55.6°F (13.1°C). A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in June, transitioning from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in May to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July is a warm summer month in Scranton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C). July brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Scranton, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.8°F (16°C) and an average high of 76.8°F (24.9°C). The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.8°F (24.9°C), barely varying from July's 78.6°F (25.9°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also an agreeable month in Scranton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.1°F (21.7°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C). A subtle change in temperatures is noted as August gives way to September, with average highs reducing from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Scranton, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C). Scranton's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) in September to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Scranton, is another chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C). In November, the average high-temperature goes from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in October to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Scranton, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C). Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). Weather in December »

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Scranton?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

How many days does it rain?

Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow?

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall.

How much does it snow?

Throughout the year, there are 81.7 snowfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Scranton, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

When is the lowest UV index in Scranton?

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

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall in Scranton.

When are the longest days?

With an average of 15h and 18min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.

What are the warmest months?

Scranton's warmest temperatures are experienced in July, with average high temperatures of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and lows of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

What are the months with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

When is the highest UV index?

The month with the highest UV index in Scranton, New York, is July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the least humid month?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the driest month?

September is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 15.4 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

Average temperature
Scranton, NY

Average temperature - Scranton, NY

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure
Scranton, NY

Average pressure - Scranton, NY

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed
Scranton, NY

Average wind speed - Scranton, NY

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity
Scranton, NY

Average humidity - Scranton, NY

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

Average rainfall
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall - Scranton, NY

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall days - Scranton, NY

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall - Scranton, NY

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall days - Scranton, NY

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Scranton, NY

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Scranton, NY

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days
Scranton, NY

Average sunshine days - Scranton, NY

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average visibility
Scranton, NY

Average visibility - Scranton, NY

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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