Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Scranton, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Scranton, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. In Scranton, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Scranton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Scranton in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Scranton?
How many days does it rain in December in Scranton?
How many days does it snow in December in Scranton?
What is the month with the shortest days in Scranton?
What is the average length of the day in December in Scranton?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Scranton?
How long on average sun shines in December in Scranton?
When is the lowest UV index in Scranton?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Scranton?
Average temperature in December
Scranton, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Scranton, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Scranton, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Scranton, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Scranton, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Scranton, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Scranton, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Scranton, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Scranton, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Scranton, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Scranton, KY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Scranton, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Scranton, KY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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