December weather forecast
Nanticoke, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nanticoke, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°F (0.7°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). Nanticoke observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nanticoke, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.5 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nanticoke, during December, snow falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.54" (217mm) of snow. In Nanticoke, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.8 days and aggregates up to 48.82" (1240mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Nanticoke, records 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nanticoke, New York, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Nanticoke, during December, snow falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.54" (217mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Nanticoke have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Nanticoke?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Nanticoke, 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 and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average temperature in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average pressure in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average wind speed in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Nanticoke, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average rainfall in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average snowfall in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average UV index in December - Nanticoke, 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
Nanticoke, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Nanticoke, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Nanticoke, NY

Average visibility in December - Nanticoke, 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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