December weather forecast
Hazleton Junction, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hazleton Junction, 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

Hazleton Junction, Pennsylvania, in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). In December, Hazleton Junction experiences a temperature dip to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hazleton Junction, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hazleton Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.7 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Hazleton Junction, Pennsylvania. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hazleton Junction, there are 21.5 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hazleton Junction, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Hazleton Junction, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hazleton Junction are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hazleton Junction in December?

Hazleton Junction 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). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Hazleton Junction?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Hazleton Junction.

What is the average humidity in December in Hazleton Junction?

In Hazleton Junction, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Hazleton Junction in December?

In Hazleton Junction, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hazleton Junction in December?

In Hazleton Junction, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hazleton Junction?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hazleton Junction, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does Hazleton Junction have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hazleton Junction?

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, in Hazleton Junction, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hazleton Junction?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hazleton Junction, Pennsylvania, is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hazleton Junction?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hazleton Junction?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hazleton Junction is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°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 (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average pressure in December - Hazleton Junction, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hazleton Junction, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average humidity in December - Hazleton Junction, 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
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hazleton Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hazleton Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hazleton Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and November (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hazleton Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

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

Average sunshine days in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hazleton Junction, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average UV index in December - Hazleton Junction, 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
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hazleton Junction, 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
Hazleton Junction, PA

Average visibility in December - Hazleton Junction, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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