December weather forecast
Germantown, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Germantown, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). An average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Germantown, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Germantown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.7 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Germantown is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Germantown, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Germantown, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Germantown?

In Germantown, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Germantown, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Germantown have in December?

In Germantown, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Germantown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Germantown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Germantown, NY

Average temperature in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Germantown, NY

Average pressure in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Germantown, NY

Average humidity in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Germantown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Germantown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Germantown, NY

Average snowfall in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Germantown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Germantown, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Germantown, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Germantown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Germantown, NY

Average UV index in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Germantown, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Germantown, NY

Average visibility in December - Germantown, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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