December weather forecast
New Hampton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in New Hampton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) from November's frosty 48°F (8.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Hampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In New Hampton, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in New Hampton, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Hampton, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In New Hampton, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
New Hampton, NY

Average pressure in December - New Hampton, 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 Hampton, NY

Average wind speed in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
New Hampton, NY

Average humidity in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
New Hampton, NY

Average rainfall in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
New Hampton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Hampton, NY

Average snowfall in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Hampton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Hampton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
New Hampton, NY

Average UV index in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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 Hampton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
New Hampton, NY

Average visibility in December - New Hampton, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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