December weather forecast
Hilton, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hilton, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Hilton's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). Hilton logs an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Hilton, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 20.51" (521mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Hilton, New York, in December, during 12.1 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.8 snowfall days, and 13.11" (333mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hilton, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hilton?

In Hilton, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hilton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Hilton, NY

Average temperature in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Hilton, NY

Average pressure in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hilton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hilton, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hilton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Hilton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hilton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hilton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

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

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hilton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Hilton, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hilton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hilton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Hilton, NY

Average visibility in December - Hilton, 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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