December weather forecast
Stroudsburg, PA

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Weather in December

December marks the advent of the winter season in Stroudsburg, wrapping the year with a chilly forecast. The area witnesses its second highest snowfall, measuring 3.58" (91mm) over 7.5 days. The weather sees minimum temperatures dip to 26.8°F (-2.9°C) while the highs roll down to 38.5°F (3.6°C). Despite falling temperatures and snow, the holiday spirit keeps the city vibrant and alive. With the end of December, the weather cycle restarts, setting the stage for another frigid January in Stroudsburg.

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C) from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). During December, Stroudsburg records an average temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Stroudsburg, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Stroudsburg, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Stroudsburg is 4.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Stroudsburg, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Stroudsburg?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stroudsburg, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stroudsburg, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

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?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stroudsburg have in December?

In Stroudsburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Stroudsburg, 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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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 (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Stroudsburg, 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
Stroudsburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stroudsburg, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Stroudsburg, 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
Stroudsburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Stroudsburg, 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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