December weather forecast
Milford, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Milford, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

During Milford's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Milford, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Milford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Milford, in December, during 17.1 snowfall days, 7.83" (199mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88 snowfall days, and 46.42" (1179mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, in Milford, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Milford is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Milford, in December, the average high-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Milford?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Milford, in December, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.83" (199mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Milford have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Milford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Milford, NY

Average temperature in December - Milford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Milford, NY

Average pressure in December - Milford, 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
Milford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Milford, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Milford, NY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Milford, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Milford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Milford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Milford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Milford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Milford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milford, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Milford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Milford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Milford, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Milford, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Milford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Milford, NY

Average visibility in December - Milford, 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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