December weather forecast
Malden, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Malden, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). In December, Malden's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Malden, New York, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Malden, there are 126.7 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Malden is December, when snow falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Malden, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Malden, New York. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Malden experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Malden, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Malden, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Malden have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Malden have in December?

In Malden, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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 Malden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Malden, NY

Average temperature in December - Malden, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Malden, NY

Average pressure in December - Malden, 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
Malden, NY

Average wind speed in December - Malden, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Malden, NY

Average humidity in December - Malden, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Malden, NY

Average rainfall in December - Malden, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Malden, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Malden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Malden, NY

Average snowfall in December - Malden, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Malden, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Malden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Malden, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Malden, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Malden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Malden, NY

Average UV index in December - Malden, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Malden, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Malden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Malden, NY

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

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

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