December weather forecast
Lackawaxen, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lackawaxen, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 46°F (7.8°C) to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). In the month of December, Lackawaxen witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lackawaxen, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lackawaxen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lackawaxen, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lackawaxen, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lackawaxen, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lackawaxen, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does Lackawaxen have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Lackawaxen, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lackawaxen have in December?

In Lackawaxen, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Lackawaxen, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lackawaxen, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lackawaxen, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lackawaxen, PA

Average UV index in December - Lackawaxen, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Lackawaxen, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lackawaxen, 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).

Average visibility in December
Lackawaxen, PA

Average visibility in December - Lackawaxen, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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