December weather forecast
McLean, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McLean, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). McLean, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in McLean, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McLean, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McLean, New York. In McLean, in December, snow falls for 16.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in McLean, there are 87.1 snowfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) 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 in McLean, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In McLean, New York, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in McLean?

An average high-temperature, in December, in McLean, is 33.3°F (0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in McLean?

In December, the average relative humidity in McLean, New York, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in McLean?

In McLean, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in McLean in December?

In McLean, New York, during December, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in McLean?

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

How many hours of daylight does McLean have in December?

The average day length in December in McLean, New York, is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in McLean?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in McLean, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does McLean have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in McLean?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in McLean?

In McLean, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value 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
McLean, NY

Average temperature in December - McLean, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in December
McLean, NY

Average pressure in December - McLean, 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
McLean, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
McLean, NY

Average humidity in December - McLean, 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, May and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
McLean, NY

Average rainfall in December - McLean, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
McLean, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
McLean, NY

Average snowfall in December - McLean, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McLean, NY

Average snowfall days in December - McLean, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McLean, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
McLean, NY

Average sunshine days in December - McLean, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
McLean, NY

Average UV index in December - McLean, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
McLean, NY

Average cloud cover in December - McLean, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
McLean, NY

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

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

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