December weather forecast
North Forest Acres, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Forest Acres, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°F (1.9°C) and min 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). North Forest Acres, during December nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In North Forest Acres, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Forest Acres, in December, during 13.2 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In North Forest Acres, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Forest Acres have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in North Forest Acres, New York, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average temperature in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average pressure in December - North Forest Acres, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average wind speed in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average humidity in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average rainfall in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average rainfall days in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average snowfall in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average snowfall days in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Forest Acres, NY

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

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average sunshine days in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average UV index in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average cloud cover in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
North Forest Acres, NY

Average visibility in December - North Forest Acres, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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