December weather forecast
Moscow Hill, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Moscow Hill, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Moscow Hill, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Moscow Hill, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.6 rainfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moscow Hill, in December, during 17.2 snowfall days, 8.7" (221mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.9 snowfall days, and 44.8" (1138mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Moscow Hill?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Moscow Hill, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Moscow Hill, during December, snow falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moscow Hill have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Moscow Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average temperature in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average pressure in December - Moscow Hill, 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
Moscow Hill, NY

Average wind speed in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average humidity in December - Moscow Hill, 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 and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average rainfall in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average snowfall in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moscow Hill, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average UV index in December - Moscow Hill, 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
Moscow Hill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Moscow Hill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Moscow Hill, NY

Average visibility in December - Moscow Hill, 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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