December weather forecast
Pocono Pines, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pocono Pines, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Pocono Pines observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pocono Pines, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow. In Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 42.24" (1073mm) of snow.

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pocono Pines in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Pocono Pines, is 36.3°F (2.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pocono Pines, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Pocono Pines is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Pocono Pines, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
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Average wind speed in December - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Pocono Pines, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pocono Pines, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.72").
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 - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pocono Pines, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Pocono Pines, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Pocono Pines, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Pocono Pines, 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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