December weather forecast
Coaldale, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Coaldale, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C). Coaldale in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Coaldale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.5 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Coaldale, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Coaldale, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 27.56" (700mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Coaldale, 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Coaldale in December has an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Coaldale are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Coaldale in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Coaldale have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Coaldale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Coaldale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Coaldale?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Coaldale?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Coaldale, PA

Average pressure in December - Coaldale, 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
Coaldale, PA

Average wind speed in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Coaldale, PA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Coaldale, PA

Average rainfall in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Coaldale, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coaldale, PA

Average snowfall in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coaldale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Coaldale, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coaldale, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coaldale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Coaldale, PA

Average UV index in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Coaldale, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Coaldale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Coaldale, PA

Average visibility in December - Coaldale, 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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