December weather forecast
Bedford, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bedford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). In the month of December, Bedford witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bedford, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bedford, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Bedford during December?

Bedford in December has an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bedford, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bedford, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bedford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bedford have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bedford, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bedford, NY

Average temperature in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Bedford, NY

Average pressure in December - Bedford, 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
Bedford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bedford, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bedford, NY

Average rainfall in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Bedford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bedford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bedford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bedford, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bedford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bedford, NY

Average UV index in December - Bedford, 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
Bedford, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bedford, NY

Average visibility in December - Bedford, 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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