December weather forecast
Hopewell Junction, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hopewell Junction, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In Hopewell Junction, the December nights cool down to an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Hopewell Junction, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hopewell Junction, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.6 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hopewell Junction are January through May, October through December. In Hopewell Junction, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hopewell Junction is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hopewell Junction, New York, is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hopewell Junction are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize 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. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hopewell Junction in December?

The high-temperature in Hopewell Junction, New York, during December is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Hopewell Junction?

The months with the highest humidity in Hopewell Junction, New York, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hopewell Junction?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hopewell Junction?

In Hopewell Junction, New York, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hopewell Junction?

In Hopewell Junction, New York, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hopewell Junction?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hopewell Junction have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hopewell Junction is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hopewell Junction?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hopewell Junction, New York, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hopewell Junction?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hopewell Junction is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hopewell Junction?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hopewell Junction?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hopewell Junction is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average temperature in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average pressure in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hopewell Junction, 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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average humidity in December - Hopewell Junction, 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
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average UV index in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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 36).

Average visibility in December
Hopewell Junction, NY

Average visibility in December - Hopewell Junction, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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