December weather forecast
Port Chester, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Port Chester, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Port Chester's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). An average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is witnessed throughout the month of December, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Port Chester are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Port Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.6 days and collects up to 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Port Chester are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. In Port Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Port Chester is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Port Chester?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Port Chester, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Port Chester?

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Port Chester?

In December, the average relative humidity in Port Chester, New York, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Port Chester?

In Port Chester, New York, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Port Chester?

In Port Chester, New York, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Port Chester?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Port Chester?

The average day length in December in Port Chester, New York, is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Port Chester?

On the first day of December in Port Chester, New York, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Port Chester have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Port Chester is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Chester?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Port Chester?

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

Average temperature in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Chester, NY

Average pressure in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Port Chester, NY

Average wind speed in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Chester, NY

Average humidity in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Chester, NY

Average rainfall in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Chester, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Chester, NY

Average snowfall in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Port Chester, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Port Chester, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Chester, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Chester, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Port Chester, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Chester, NY

Average UV index in December - Port Chester, 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
Port Chester, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Port Chester, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Port Chester, NY

Average visibility in December - Port Chester, 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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