December weather forecast
Moriah, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Moriah, New York, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In December, Moriah experiences an average nighttime temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In Moriah, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Moriah, New York, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Moriah are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Moriah, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Moriah, New York, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Moriah, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Moriah are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Moriah?

In December, in Moriah, the average high-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Moriah?

The average relative humidity in December in Moriah, New York, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Moriah in December?

In Moriah, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Moriah in December?

In Moriah, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Moriah?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Moriah?

In Moriah, the average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Moriah?

On the first day of December in Moriah, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Moriah?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Moriah?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Moriah?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Moriah is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Moriah, NY

Average temperature in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°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 (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Moriah, NY

Average pressure in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Moriah, NY

Average wind speed in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Moriah, NY

Average humidity in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Moriah, NY

Average rainfall in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Moriah, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moriah, NY

Average snowfall in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moriah, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moriah, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Moriah, NY

Average UV index in December - Moriah, 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
Moriah, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Moriah, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Moriah, NY

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

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

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