December weather forecast
Orangeburg, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Orangeburg, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

Orangeburg's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 41°F (5°C). Throughout the month of December, Orangeburg witnesses an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Orangeburg, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orangeburg, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Orangeburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Orangeburg, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Orangeburg experiences an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Orangeburg, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Orangeburg, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Orangeburg, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) 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.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orangeburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Orangeburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average temperature in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average pressure in December - Orangeburg, 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
Orangeburg, NY

Average wind speed in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average humidity in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average rainfall in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average snowfall in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 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
Orangeburg, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orangeburg, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average UV index in December - Orangeburg, 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
Orangeburg, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average visibility in December - Orangeburg, 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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