December weather forecast
Mariposa, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mariposa, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

As Mariposa enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) of November to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). Mariposa experiences an average nighttime temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in December, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mariposa, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mariposa, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.3 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mariposa, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Mariposa in December has an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mariposa, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mariposa, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Mariposa is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mariposa have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mariposa?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mariposa, NY

Average temperature in December - Mariposa, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Mariposa, NY

Average pressure in December - Mariposa, 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
Mariposa, NY

Average wind speed in December - Mariposa, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mariposa, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Mariposa, NY

Average rainfall in December - Mariposa, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Mariposa, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Mariposa, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mariposa, NY

Average snowfall in December - Mariposa, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mariposa, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Mariposa, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mariposa, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mariposa, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Mariposa, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mariposa, NY

Average UV index in December - Mariposa, 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
Mariposa, NY

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

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

Average visibility in December
Mariposa, NY

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

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

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