December weather forecast
Westport, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westport, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Throughout December nights, Westport registers an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Westport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Westport are January through May, October through December. In Westport, New York, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 6.57" (167mm) of snow. In Westport, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.1 days and aggregates up to 43.03" (1093mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Westport in December?

In December, in Westport, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Westport, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Westport have in December?

In Westport, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westport have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Westport is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Westport, NY

Average temperature in December - Westport, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Westport, NY

Average pressure in December - Westport, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Westport, NY

Average wind speed in December - Westport, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Westport, NY

Average humidity in December - Westport, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Westport, NY

Average rainfall in December - Westport, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Westport, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Westport, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westport, NY

Average snowfall in December - Westport, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westport, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Westport, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westport, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westport, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Westport, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Westport, NY

Average UV index in December - Westport, 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 January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Westport, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Westport, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Westport, NY

Average visibility in December - Westport, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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