December weather forecastWest Pittston, PA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in West Pittston, 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
West Pittston observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). West Pittston, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In West Pittston, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.5 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Pittston, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.4 days and aggregates up to 25.63" (651mm) of snow.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 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
West Pittston, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.21"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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: 3h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
West Pittston, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
West Pittston, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in December
West Pittston, 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).
