December weather forecast
Shamokin, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). In Shamokin, December nights cool down to an average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Shamokin, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shamokin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.5 days and collects up to 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shamokin, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.5 snowfall days, and 1.77" (45mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shamokin, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Shamokin, records 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Shamokin, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shamokin, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shamokin, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically 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 in Shamokin is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shamokin have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

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

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shamokin, PA

Average temperature in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Shamokin, PA

Average pressure in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shamokin, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Shamokin, PA

Average humidity in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Shamokin, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Shamokin, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shamokin, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and March (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shamokin, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shamokin, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shamokin, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Shamokin, PA

Average UV index in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Shamokin, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shamokin, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Shamokin, PA

Average visibility in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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