December weather forecast
Kent Cliffs, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Kent Cliffs, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Kent Cliffs experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kent Cliffs, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In Kent Cliffs, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 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 is 4.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 39°F (3.9°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kent Cliffs, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kent Cliffs in December?

In Kent Cliffs, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) 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 in Kent Cliffs.

How many hours of daylight does Kent Cliffs have in December?

In Kent Cliffs, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Kent Cliffs, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kent Cliffs have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Kent Cliffs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average temperature in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average pressure in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average wind speed in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average humidity in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average rainfall in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average snowfall in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kent Cliffs, 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 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average UV index in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Kent Cliffs, NY

Average visibility in December - Kent Cliffs, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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