December weather forecast
Thompson Ridge, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thompson Ridge, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Thompson Ridge sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). In Thompson Ridge, the expected average low-temperature for December is a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Thompson Ridge, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thompson Ridge, there are 147.3 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. In Thompson Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 13.78" (350mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Thompson Ridge, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Thompson Ridge, New York. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Thompson Ridge in December has an average high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Thompson Ridge, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Thompson Ridge, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Thompson Ridge have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Thompson Ridge, New York, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average temperature in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°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 (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average pressure in December - Thompson Ridge, 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
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average wind speed in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average humidity in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average rainfall in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average snowfall in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thompson Ridge, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average UV index in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Thompson Ridge, NY

Average visibility in December - Thompson Ridge, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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