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Shamokin Dam Weather in December

Shamokin Dam in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of -3°C (27°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 101 mm (4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Shamokin Dam in December

Typically, about 12 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 101 mm (4 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Shamokin Dam in December

Daytime temperatures in Shamokin Dam reach 5°C (41°F) in December, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights are well below freezing at -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.

Sunshine in Shamokin Dam in December

The city usually sees around 126 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

December in Shamokin Dam has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Shamokin Dam Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm (4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 126 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43% *  
* Data from: Harrisburg, the United States of America (64 KM, 40 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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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).

What to Wear in Shamokin Dam in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Shamokin Dam 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Shamokin Dam in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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