December weather forecast
Old Field, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Old Field, New York, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Old Field welcomes an average low temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Old Field is 73%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Old Field, New York. Rain falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Old Field are January through March, October through December. In Old Field, New York, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Old Field?

December temperatures in Old Field, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Old Field?

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Old Field?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Old Field, New York. Rain falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Old Field in December?

In December, in Old Field, New York, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Old Field?

In Old Field, New York, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Field?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Old Field have in December?

In December, the average day length in Old Field, New York, is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Old Field?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Old Field, New York, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Field have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Old Field is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Old Field?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Old Field?

In Old Field, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Old Field, NY

Average temperature in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Field, NY

Average pressure in December - Old Field, 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
Old Field, NY

Average wind speed in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Field, NY

Average humidity in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Field, NY

Average rainfall in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Field, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Field, NY

Average snowfall in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Field, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Old Field, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Field, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Field, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Field, NY

Average UV index in December - Old Field, 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
Old Field, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Old Field, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Old Field, NY

Average visibility in December - Old Field, 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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