December weather forecast
New Cassel, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in New Cassel, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). December nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

In New Cassel, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In New Cassel, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.6 rainfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In New Cassel, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Cassel, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Cassel?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In New Cassel, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in New Cassel?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Cassel, NY

Average temperature in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
New Cassel, NY

Average pressure in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
New Cassel, NY

Average wind speed in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
New Cassel, NY

Average humidity in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
New Cassel, NY

Average rainfall in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

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

Average rainfall days in December
New Cassel, NY

Average rainfall days in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Cassel, NY

Average snowfall in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Cassel, NY

Average snowfall days in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Cassel, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Cassel, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Cassel, NY

Average sunshine days in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

Average UV index in December
New Cassel, NY

Average UV index in December - New Cassel, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Cassel, NY

Average cloud cover in December - New Cassel, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
New Cassel, NY

Average visibility in December - New Cassel, 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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