December weather forecast
Tunkhannock, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

Tunkhannock's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Tunkhannock usually reports an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tunkhannock, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.7 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tunkhannock, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Tunkhannock, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.2 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tunkhannock, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, 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 many days does it rain in December?

In Tunkhannock, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tunkhannock, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Tunkhannock?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tunkhannock?

In Tunkhannock, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average pressure in December - Tunkhannock, 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
Tunkhannock, PA

Average wind speed in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average humidity in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average rainfall in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average snowfall in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average UV index in December - Tunkhannock, 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
Tunkhannock, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Tunkhannock, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Tunkhannock, PA

Average visibility in December - Tunkhannock, 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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