December weather forecast
Sparrow Bush, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Sparrow Bush, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). In December, Sparrow Bush reports a consistent average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Sparrow Bush.

Rainfall

In Sparrow Bush, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sparrow Bush, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sparrow Bush, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sparrow Bush, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 9.8" (249mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sparrow Bush, records 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Sparrow Bush are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sparrow Bush, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sparrow Bush in December?

In Sparrow Bush, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sparrow Bush have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparrow Bush have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average temperature in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average pressure in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average wind speed in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average humidity in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average UV index in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Sparrow Bush, NY

Average visibility in December - Sparrow Bush, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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