December weather forecast
Newport, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newport, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°F (0.3°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Newport, New York, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Newport, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Newport, during December, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Newport, there are 80.6 snowfall days, and 32.8" (833mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Newport, New York, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Newport in December?

In December, in Newport, the average high-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newport?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Newport in December?

In December, in Newport, New York, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Newport?

In Newport, in December, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Newport?

In Newport, the average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Newport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newport?

The average sunshine duration in December in Newport is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Newport?

The months with the lowest UV index in Newport are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Newport?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Newport 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
Newport, NY

Average temperature in December - Newport, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Newport, NY

Average pressure in December - Newport, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newport, NY

Average wind speed in December - Newport, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Newport, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Newport, NY

Average rainfall in December - Newport, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Newport, NY

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newport, NY

Average snowfall in December - Newport, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newport, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

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
Newport, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Newport, NY

Average UV index in December - Newport, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Newport, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Newport, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Newport, NY

Average visibility in December - Newport, 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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