December weather forecast
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Loch Sheldrake, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). Loch Sheldrake witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Loch Sheldrake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.7 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Loch Sheldrake, New York, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Loch Sheldrake experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), 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 and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Loch Sheldrake, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Loch Sheldrake, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Loch Sheldrake, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Loch Sheldrake, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Loch Sheldrake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Loch Sheldrake is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average temperature in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average pressure in December - Loch Sheldrake, 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
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average wind speed in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average humidity in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average rainfall in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average snowfall in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loch Sheldrake, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average UV index in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Loch Sheldrake, NY

Average visibility in December - Loch Sheldrake, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

Loch Sheldrake, New York, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location