December weather forecast
Minisink Hills, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Minisink Hills, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). In the month of December, Minisink Hills experiences an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minisink Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Minisink Hills, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.7 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Minisink Hills, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, 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: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Minisink Hills, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Minisink Hills.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Minisink Hills, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically 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 Minisink Hills have in December?

In Minisink Hills, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average temperature in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average pressure in December - Minisink Hills, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average wind speed in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average humidity in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average rainfall in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average snowfall in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minisink Hills, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average UV index in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Minisink Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Minisink Hills, PA

Average visibility in December - Minisink Hills, 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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