December weather forecast
East McDonough, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East McDonough, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). East McDonough cools down to an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In East McDonough, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East McDonough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East McDonough are January through May, October through December. In East McDonough, New York, during December, snow falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow. In East McDonough, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.5 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East McDonough, New York, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

January through March, November 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East McDonough in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in East McDonough, New York, during December are 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in East McDonough?

In December, the average relative humidity in East McDonough is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in East McDonough?

In December, in East McDonough, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in East McDonough?

In East McDonough, in December, during 15.4 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East McDonough?

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

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

The average day length in December in East McDonough is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in East McDonough?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in East McDonough, New York, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in East McDonough?

The months with the lowest UV index in East McDonough are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in East McDonough?

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

Average temperature in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
East McDonough, NY

Average pressure in December - East McDonough, 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
East McDonough, NY

Average wind speed in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
East McDonough, NY

Average humidity in December - East McDonough, 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, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
East McDonough, NY

Average rainfall in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
East McDonough, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
East McDonough, NY

Average snowfall in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East McDonough, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 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 McDonough, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East McDonough, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
East McDonough, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East McDonough, NY

Average UV index in December - East McDonough, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
East McDonough, NY

Average cloud cover in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

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 40).

Average visibility in December
East McDonough, NY

Average visibility in December - East McDonough, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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