December weather forecast
Dering Harbor, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Dering Harbor, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout the nights in December, Dering Harbor notes an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dering Harbor is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Dering Harbor. In December, in Dering Harbor, New York, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) 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 December in Dering Harbor, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dering Harbor is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Dering Harbor?

Dering Harbor in December has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dering Harbor?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dering Harbor is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in Dering Harbor?

The month with the most rainfall in Dering Harbor, New York, is December, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Dering Harbor?

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dering Harbor?

In Dering Harbor, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dering Harbor?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dering Harbor, New York, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dering Harbor?

In December, the average day length in Dering Harbor, New York, is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dering Harbor?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dering Harbor?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Dering Harbor, New York, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dering Harbor?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dering Harbor, New York, is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dering Harbor?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dering Harbor?

In Dering Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average temperature in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average pressure in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average wind speed in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average humidity in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average rainfall in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average snowfall in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dering Harbor, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average UV index in December - Dering Harbor, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Dering Harbor, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Dering Harbor, NY

Average visibility in December - Dering Harbor, 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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