December weather forecast
Mount Pocono, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Pocono, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Pocono, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mount Pocono, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.6 snowfall days, and 42.24" (1073mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Pocono, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Mount Pocono, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Pocono, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mount Pocono in December?

In Mount Pocono, 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Mount Pocono?

The months with the highest humidity in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Pocono?

In Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Mount Pocono in December?

In Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Pocono in December?

In Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Pocono?

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 Mount Pocono?

In Mount Pocono, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Pocono?

On the first day of December in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Pocono?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mount Pocono is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Pocono?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mount Pocono?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Pocono, PA

Average temperature in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Mount Pocono, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mount Pocono, PA

Average humidity in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mount Pocono, PA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mount Pocono, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mount Pocono, PA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mount Pocono, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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
Mount Pocono, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Pocono, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mount Pocono, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Mount Pocono, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Mount Pocono, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Mount Pocono, 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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