December weather forecast
Ulster Park, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Ulster Park, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.4°F (3°C) and min 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ulster Park, New York, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow. In Ulster Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Ulster Park experiences an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ulster Park, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ulster Park, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ulster Park, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.49" (114mm) 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 Ulster Park have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Ulster Park, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ulster Park?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ulster Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average pressure in December - Ulster Park, 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
Ulster Park, NY

Average wind speed in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average humidity in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average rainfall in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average snowfall in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ulster Park, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h 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: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average UV index in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Ulster Park, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Ulster Park, NY

Average visibility in December - Ulster Park, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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