December weather forecast
Lakewood, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lakewood, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). Lakewood's December nights demonstrate minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, with an average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakewood is 87%.

Rainfall

In Lakewood, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Lakewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Lakewood. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 7.68" (195mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Lakewood, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lakewood is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lakewood in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lakewood, records 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lakewood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakewood, New York, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Lakewood in December?

In Lakewood, New York, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lakewood?

The month with the most snowfall in Lakewood is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lakewood in December?

In Lakewood, New York, in December, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakewood?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lakewood, New York.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lakewood?

The average day length in December in Lakewood is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lakewood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lakewood, New York, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lakewood?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lakewood, New York, is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lakewood?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lakewood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lakewood is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lakewood, NY

Average temperature in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakewood, NY

Average pressure in December - Lakewood, 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
Lakewood, NY

Average wind speed in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakewood, NY

Average humidity in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and September (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakewood, NY

Average rainfall in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakewood, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakewood, NY

Average snowfall in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakewood, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakewood, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakewood, NY

Average UV index in December - Lakewood, 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
Lakewood, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lakewood, NY

Average visibility in December - Lakewood, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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