December weather forecast
Pittston, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pittston, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Pittston sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). Pittston's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pittston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.5 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Pittston, Pennsylvania. In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pittston, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.4 days and aggregates up to 25.63" (651mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 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 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Pittston?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pittston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pittston?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Pittston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pittston, PA

Average temperature in December - Pittston, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Pittston, PA

Average pressure in December - Pittston, 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
Pittston, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Pittston, PA

Average humidity in December - Pittston, 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
Pittston, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pittston, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Pittston, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pittston, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pittston, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pittston, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pittston, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pittston, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittston, 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: 3h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Pittston, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pittston, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Pittston, PA

Average UV index in December - Pittston, 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
Pittston, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pittston, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Pittston, PA

Average visibility in December - Pittston, 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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