December weather forecast
Hitching Corner, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hitching Corner, New York, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Nighttime temperatures in Hitching Corner consistently average a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hitching Corner, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Hitching Corner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hitching Corner, New York, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 6.73" (171mm) of snow. In Hitching Corner, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 83 days and aggregates up to 33.98" (863mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hitching Corner, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hitching Corner, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hitching Corner. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hitching Corner in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hitching Corner, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hitching Corner?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hitching Corner, New York, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hitching Corner?

In Hitching Corner, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hitching Corner in December?

In Hitching Corner, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hitching Corner?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hitching Corner have in December?

In Hitching Corner, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hitching Corner?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hitching Corner?

In Hitching Corner, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hitching Corner?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hitching Corner?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hitching Corner, New York, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average temperature in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average pressure in December - Hitching Corner, 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
Hitching Corner, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average humidity in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hitching Corner, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average UV index in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Hitching Corner, NY

Average visibility in December - Hitching Corner, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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