December weather forecast
Shamokin, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) to Shamokin.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, there are 78.5 rainfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shamokin are January through April, November and December. In Shamokin, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shamokin, there are 17.5 snowfall days, and 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shamokin, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Shamokin?

During December, Shamokin experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shamokin?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Shamokin?

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Shamokin?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shamokin?

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

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

In Shamokin, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shamokin?

On the first day of December in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shamokin?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shamokin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shamokin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shamokin, PA

Average temperature in December - Shamokin, 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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shamokin, PA

Average pressure in December - Shamokin, 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
Shamokin, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shamokin, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shamokin, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shamokin, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shamokin, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and March (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shamokin, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Shamokin, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shamokin, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shamokin, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shamokin, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Shamokin, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Shamokin, PA

Average visibility in December - Shamokin, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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