December weather forecast
Northwest Harbor, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Northwest Harbor, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Northwest Harbor's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). December registers an average low temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C), subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 5.94" (151mm) 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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Northwest Harbor, is 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Northwest Harbor, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Northwest Harbor in December?

In Northwest Harbor, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Northwest Harbor, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average temperature in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average pressure in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average wind speed in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 16mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average humidity in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average rainfall in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average snowfall in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northwest Harbor, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average UV index in December - Northwest Harbor, 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
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Northwest Harbor, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Northwest Harbor, NY

Average visibility in December - Northwest Harbor, 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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