December weather forecast
Caroline Center, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Caroline Center, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Caroline Center, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.9 rainfall days, and 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Caroline Center, during December, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow. In Caroline Center, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.1 days and aggregates up to 39.17" (995mm) of snow.

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 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Caroline Center, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Caroline Center, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.4 days. Throughout December, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Caroline Center, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Caroline Center have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Caroline Center is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Caroline Center, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average temperature in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°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 (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average pressure in December - Caroline Center, 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
Caroline Center, NY

Average wind speed in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average humidity in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average rainfall in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average snowfall in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Caroline Center, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average UV index in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Caroline Center, NY

Average visibility in December - Caroline Center, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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