December weather forecast
Billington Heights, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Billington Heights, New York, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). In Billington Heights, December nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Billington Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.6 rainfall days, and 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Billington Heights, in December, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.28" (185mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.4 snowfall days, and 38.39" (975mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Billington Heights, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Billington Heights, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Billington Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Billington Heights, in December, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Billington Heights have in December?

In Billington Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Billington Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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 temperature in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average temperature in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average pressure in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average wind speed in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average humidity in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and September (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average rainfall in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average snowfall in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average UV index in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Billington Heights, NY

Average visibility in December - Billington Heights, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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