December weather forecast
Nanticoke, PA

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Weather in December

Closing the year in Nanticoke, December brings back the winter chill. The dip in temperatures to 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an upturn in snowfall to 3.5" (89mm) dominate this month's climatic conditions. Drastically shorter daylight hours and a rise in cloudiness fill the days towards the year's end. Looking ahead to January, anticipate a continuation of similar cold weather conditions and a steady amount of snowfall.

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). Nanticoke observes an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Nanticoke, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Nanticoke, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nanticoke, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard 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:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Nanticoke, is 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Nanticoke, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Nanticoke in December?

In December, in Nanticoke, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nanticoke have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average temperature in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average pressure in December - Nanticoke, 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
Nanticoke, PA

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

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

Average humidity in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average humidity in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average rainfall in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average snowfall in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nanticoke, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average UV index in December - Nanticoke, 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
Nanticoke, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Nanticoke, PA

Average visibility in December - Nanticoke, 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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