December weather forecast
West Hazleton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Hazleton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

West Hazleton, Pennsylvania, experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). West Hazleton in December experiences a low-temperature average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In West Hazleton, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Hazleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.8 days and aggregates up to 33.66" (855mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Hazleton, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

West Hazleton in December has an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Hazleton, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Hazleton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Hazleton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 West Hazleton, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average temperature in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average pressure in December - West Hazleton, 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
West Hazleton, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average humidity in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Hazleton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average UV index in December - West Hazleton, 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
West Hazleton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Hazleton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
West Hazleton, PA

Average visibility in December - West Hazleton, 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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