December weather forecast
Scranton, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Scranton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs during the nights of December, averaging a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Scranton is 84%.

Rainfall

In Scranton, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Scranton, New York, are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout December, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Scranton, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Scranton?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Scranton, New York, are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Scranton?

The average relative humidity in December in Scranton, New York, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Scranton in December?

In Scranton, New York, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Scranton in December?

In Scranton, New York, in December, during 16.1 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scranton?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Scranton.

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

The average day length in December in Scranton, New York, is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Scranton?

On the first day of December in Scranton, New York, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Scranton, New York, is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Scranton?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Scranton?

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

Average temperature in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Scranton, NY

Average pressure in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Scranton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Scranton, NY

Average humidity in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Scranton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Scranton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Scranton, NY

Average UV index in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Scranton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Scranton, NY

Average visibility in December - Scranton, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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