December weather forecast
Madrid, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Madrid, New York, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Madrid's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In Madrid, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Madrid, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Madrid, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.34" (161mm) of snow. In Madrid, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.7 days and aggregates up to 37.99" (965mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Madrid, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Madrid, is 30.2°F (-1°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Madrid, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Madrid?

In Madrid, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Madrid is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madrid have in December?

In Madrid, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Madrid, NY

Average pressure in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Madrid, NY

Average wind speed in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Madrid, NY

Average humidity in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Madrid, NY

Average rainfall in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Madrid, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Madrid, NY

Average snowfall in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Madrid, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Madrid, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Madrid, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Madrid, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Madrid, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Madrid, NY

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

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

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