December weather forecast
Jim Thorpe, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jim Thorpe, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Jim Thorpe's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December, Jim Thorpe's nights cool down to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Jim Thorpe, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.8 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Jim Thorpe, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Jim Thorpe, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.5 days and aggregates up to 20.91" (531mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Jim Thorpe in December has an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Jim Thorpe, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jim Thorpe, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Jim Thorpe?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jim Thorpe have in December?

In Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average temperature in December - Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°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 (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average pressure in December - Jim Thorpe, 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
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average wind speed in December - Jim Thorpe, 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
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average humidity in December - Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average rainfall in December - Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average snowfall in December - Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jim Thorpe, 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
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average UV index in December - Jim Thorpe, 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
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Jim Thorpe, 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
Jim Thorpe, PA

Average visibility in December - Jim Thorpe, 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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