December weather forecast
Ardsley, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Ardsley, New York, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 41°F (5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ardsley, New York, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.4 rainfall days, and 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ardsley. In Ardsley, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Ardsley, New York, during December is 41°F (5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ardsley is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ardsley, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Ardsley have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ardsley?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ardsley, NY

Average temperature in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ardsley, NY

Average pressure in December - Ardsley, 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
Ardsley, NY

Average wind speed in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ardsley, NY

Average humidity in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ardsley, NY

Average rainfall in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Ardsley, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ardsley, NY

Average snowfall in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ardsley, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ardsley, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ardsley, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Ardsley, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ardsley, NY

Average UV index in December - Ardsley, 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
Ardsley, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ardsley, NY

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

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

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