December weather forecast
East Bethany, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Bethany, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). Throughout the month of December, East Bethany observes an average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Bethany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.4 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Bethany. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.1 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In East Bethany, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does East Bethany have in December?

In East Bethany, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Bethany have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Bethany, NY

Average temperature in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
East Bethany, NY

Average pressure in December - East Bethany, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Bethany, NY

Average wind speed in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
East Bethany, NY

Average humidity in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
East Bethany, NY

Average rainfall in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
East Bethany, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Bethany, NY

Average snowfall in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Bethany, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Bethany, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Bethany, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Bethany, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in December
East Bethany, NY

Average UV index in December - East Bethany, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
East Bethany, NY

Average cloud cover in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
East Bethany, NY

Average visibility in December - East Bethany, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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