December weather forecast
Millwood, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Millwood, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 50°F (10°C) to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Millwood's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Millwood, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Millwood. In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Millwood, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Millwood, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Millwood, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Millwood, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Millwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Millwood, NY

Average temperature in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°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 (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Millwood, NY

Average pressure in December - Millwood, 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
Millwood, NY

Average wind speed in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Millwood, NY

Average humidity in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Millwood, NY

Average rainfall in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Millwood, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Millwood, NY

Average snowfall in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Millwood, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Millwood, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Millwood, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Millwood, NY

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Millwood, NY

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

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

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