December weather forecast
Lehighton, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). In the month of December, Lehighton witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lehighton, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lehighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.8 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lehighton are January through May, October through December. In Lehighton, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 20.91" (531mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, 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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lehighton 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Lehighton?

The high-temperature during December is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lehighton 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.

How many hours of daylight does Lehighton have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 Lehighton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average pressure in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average humidity in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average UV index in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lehighton, 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
Lehighton, PA

Average visibility in December - Lehighton, 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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