December weather forecast
Hampton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Hampton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Hampton expects an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In Hampton, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hampton, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hampton, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and the low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hampton, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hampton, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hampton?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hampton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hampton, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hampton, NY

Average temperature in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°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 (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hampton, NY

Average pressure in December - Hampton, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hampton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hampton, NY

Average humidity in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hampton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Hampton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hampton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hampton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hampton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hampton, NY

Average UV index in December - Hampton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hampton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hampton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Hampton, NY

Average visibility in December - Hampton, 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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