December weather forecast
MacDougall, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in MacDougall, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). Night temperatures during December experience a slight downturn, averaging a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In MacDougall, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In MacDougall, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 22.48" (571mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in MacDougall are January through May, October through December. In MacDougall, in December, during 14.7 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In MacDougall, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.3 days and aggregates up to 19.41" (493mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in MacDougall. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In MacDougall, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In MacDougall, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In MacDougall, during December, snow falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does MacDougall have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does MacDougall have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in MacDougall?

In MacDougall, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
MacDougall, NY

Average temperature in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
MacDougall, NY

Average pressure in December - MacDougall, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
MacDougall, NY

Average wind speed in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
MacDougall, NY

Average humidity in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
MacDougall, NY

Average rainfall in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
MacDougall, NY

Average rainfall days in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
MacDougall, NY

Average snowfall in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
MacDougall, NY

Average snowfall days in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - MacDougall, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
MacDougall, NY

Average sunshine days in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
MacDougall, NY

Average UV index in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
MacDougall, NY

Average cloud cover in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
MacDougall, NY

Average visibility in December - MacDougall, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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