December weather forecast
Arden, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arden, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) from November's frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). During the nights in December, Arden observes an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Arden, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Arden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. In Arden, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Arden, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Arden, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arden, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Arden, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arden have in December?

In Arden, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Arden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Arden, NY

Average temperature in December - Arden, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Arden, NY

Average pressure in December - Arden, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arden, NY

Average wind speed in December - Arden, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Arden, NY

Average humidity in December - Arden, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Arden, NY

Average rainfall in December - Arden, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Arden, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Arden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arden, NY

Average snowfall in December - Arden, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arden, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Arden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arden, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arden, NY
  • 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arden, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Arden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Arden, NY

Average UV index in December - Arden, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Arden, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Arden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Arden, NY

Average visibility in December - Arden, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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