December weather forecast
Melrose Park, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melrose Park, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Melrose Park maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melrose Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Melrose Park, in December, during 16 snowfall days, 7.24" (184mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.8 snowfall days, and 35.91" (912mm) 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 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Melrose Park experiences an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Melrose Park in December?

In Melrose Park, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

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 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Melrose Park, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Melrose Park?

In Melrose Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average temperature in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average pressure in December - Melrose Park, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average wind speed in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average humidity in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average rainfall in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average snowfall in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melrose Park, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average UV index in December - Melrose Park, 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
Melrose Park, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Melrose Park, NY

Average visibility in December - Melrose Park, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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