December weather forecast
Pottsville, PA

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Weather in December

December welcomes the winter season in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. To mark the start of the season, the city experiences a sharp drop in temperatures, with associated snowfall, totaling to 2.8" (71mm). Daylight hours decrease further, lending a distinctly wintry feel. Pottsville's December weather, characterized by cold temperatures and short days, offers an authentic winter experience, making it a lovely time for those who enjoy the calm beauty of a winter landscape.

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 48°F (8.9°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in Pottsville hover around an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in December.

Humidity

In Pottsville, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Pottsville, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Pottsville in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Pottsville, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pottsville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Pottsville in December?

In Pottsville, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pottsville?

In Pottsville, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pottsville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pottsville have in December?

The average day length in December in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pottsville?

On the first day of December in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pottsville?

The months with the least sunshine in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, are January, February and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pottsville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pottsville?

The months with the lowest UV index in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pottsville?

In Pottsville, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Pottsville, PA

Average temperature in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pottsville, PA

Average pressure in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pottsville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pottsville, PA

Average humidity in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pottsville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pottsville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pottsville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Pottsville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Pottsville, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pottsville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pottsville, PA

Average UV index in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pottsville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Pottsville, PA

Average visibility in December - Pottsville, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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