December weather forecast
Thornton Grove, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Thornton Grove, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). The temperature during December nights demonstrates a small drop from the daytime highs, settling to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Thornton Grove, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.8 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Thornton Grove, in December, during 15.1 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 16.93" (430mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Thornton Grove?

In Thornton Grove, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thornton Grove, New York, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton Grove have in December?

In Thornton Grove, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Thornton Grove.

How high is the UV index in December in Thornton Grove?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average temperature in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average pressure in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average wind speed in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average humidity in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average rainfall in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average snowfall in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thornton Grove, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average UV index in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Thornton Grove, NY

Average visibility in December - Thornton Grove, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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