December weather forecast
Sheldrake Springs, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sheldrake Springs, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Sheldrake Springs witnesses an average temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Sheldrake Springs, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 11.46" (291mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sheldrake Springs, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Sheldrake Springs, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sheldrake Springs, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sheldrake Springs, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sheldrake Springs, New York, is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sheldrake Springs are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sheldrake Springs?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sheldrake Springs, New York, are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Sheldrake Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheldrake Springs, New York, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Sheldrake Springs in December?

In Sheldrake Springs, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sheldrake Springs?

In December, in Sheldrake Springs, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldrake Springs?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sheldrake Springs, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Sheldrake Springs have in December?

In Sheldrake Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheldrake Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheldrake Springs, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheldrake Springs have in December?

In Sheldrake Springs, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheldrake Springs?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheldrake Springs, New York.

What is the UV index reading in December in Sheldrake Springs?

In Sheldrake Springs, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average temperature in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average pressure in December - Sheldrake Springs, 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
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average wind speed in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average humidity in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheldrake Springs, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average UV index in December - Sheldrake Springs, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sheldrake Springs, NY

Average visibility in December - Sheldrake Springs, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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