December weather forecast
New City, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in New City, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.3°F (4.6°C) and min 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in New City's average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). An average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

In New City, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In New City, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.9 days and collects up to 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.9 snowfall days, and 14.33" (364mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in New City, the average high-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In New City, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In New City, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does New City have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:37 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?

January through March, November 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?

In New City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New City, NY

Average temperature in December - New City, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
New City, NY

Average pressure in December - New City, 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
New City, NY

Average wind speed in December - New City, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
New City, NY

Average humidity in December - New City, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
New City, NY

Average rainfall in December - New City, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
New City, NY

Average rainfall days in December - New City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
New City, NY

Average snowfall in December - New City, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New City, NY

Average snowfall days in December - New City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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 City, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New City, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
New City, NY

Average sunshine days in December - New City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
New City, NY

Average UV index in December - New City, 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
New City, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
New City, NY

Average visibility in December - New City, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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