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With daytime temperatures of 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows of -5°C (23°F), December in Mount Pocono brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 144 mm (5.7 in) falls on average.
December in Mount Pocono has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Mount Pocono in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Yosemite National Park is definitely worth a visit
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