December weather forecast
Thomaston, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thomaston, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). During the December nights, Thomaston's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a still wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Thomaston, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Thomaston, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

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?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Thomaston, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Thomaston?

In Thomaston, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thomaston, NY

Average temperature in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Thomaston, NY

Average pressure in December - Thomaston, 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
Thomaston, NY

Average wind speed in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Thomaston, NY

Average humidity in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

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

Average rainfall in December
Thomaston, NY

Average rainfall in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Thomaston, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thomaston, NY

Average snowfall in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thomaston, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thomaston, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thomaston, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thomaston, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Thomaston, NY

Average UV index in December - Thomaston, 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
Thomaston, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Thomaston, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Thomaston, NY

Average visibility in December - Thomaston, 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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