December weather forecast
Pocono Heights, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pocono Heights, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Pocono Heights's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). During December, Pocono Heights sees a mean low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Pocono Heights, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pocono Heights are January through May, October through December. In December, in Pocono Heights, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pocono Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.3 days and aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pocono Heights is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Pocono Heights, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pocono Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pocono Heights?

Pocono Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Pocono Heights?

The months with the highest humidity in Pocono Heights, Pennsylvania, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pocono Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pocono Heights?

In Pocono Heights, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pocono Heights in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pocono Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pocono Heights is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pocono Heights?

On the first day of December in Pocono Heights, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pocono Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Pocono Heights?

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

Average temperature in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Pocono Heights, 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
Pocono Heights, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Pocono Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pocono Heights, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Pocono Heights, 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
Pocono Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pocono Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Pocono Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Pocono Heights, 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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