Typical Weather in Scranton, PA in December
39° F Avg High
25° F Avg Low
6 Rainy Days
☀️ Temperature Summary
Highs in December are typically around 39°F, which is cooler than usual in Scranton. Pack a jacket if you're considering a visit to Scranton at this time. You can expect overnight lows near 25°F most days. Temperatures will usually fall as the month goes on, with daily high temperatures ranging between 45°F and 36°F.
You may want to consider a warmer month to visit Scranton, unless you're ready to brave the cold. If you're looking to travel when it's warmer, you might consider visiting in November instead, when daily highs are typically closer to 50°.
High Temps Throughout the Year
🎒 What to Pack
Pick up a few of these items to keep your trip fun and comfortable.
☔ Rain Summary
In December you can expect close to a 20% chance of rain for any given day. It rains less than usual in December, with total rainfall for the month typically near 3 inches.
Rainfall Throughout the Year
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