December weather forecast
Stroudsburg, PA

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Weather in December

December marks the advent of the winter season in Stroudsburg, wrapping the year with a chilly forecast. The area witnesses its second highest snowfall, measuring 3.58" (91mm) over 7.5 days. The weather sees minimum temperatures dip to 26.8°F (-2.9°C) while the highs roll down to 38.5°F (3.6°C). Despite falling temperatures and snow, the holiday spirit keeps the city vibrant and alive. With the end of December, the weather cycle restarts, setting the stage for another frigid January in Stroudsburg.

Temperature

The start of December in Stroudsburg comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). During December, Stroudsburg records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Stroudsburg, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Stroudsburg is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stroudsburg, 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 in Stroudsburg. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Stroudsburg in December?

In December, in Stroudsburg, the average high-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Stroudsburg?

The months with the highest humidity in Stroudsburg are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Stroudsburg?

In December, the average relative humidity in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stroudsburg?

In December, in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Stroudsburg in December?

In Stroudsburg, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stroudsburg?

The month with the shortest days in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stroudsburg have in December?

The average day length in December in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stroudsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stroudsburg?

In Stroudsburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Stroudsburg?

In Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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 (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Stroudsburg, 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
Stroudsburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Stroudsburg, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stroudsburg, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Stroudsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Stroudsburg, 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
Stroudsburg, PA

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Stroudsburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Stroudsburg, 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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