December weather forecast
Whitman, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Whitman, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Whitman records an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Whitman, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whitman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Whitman, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow. In Whitman, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.3 days and aggregates up to 27.87" (708mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Whitman, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Whitman, 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Whitman, during December, snow falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Whitman?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Whitman?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whitman, NY

Average temperature in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitman, NY

Average pressure in December - Whitman, 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
Whitman, NY

Average wind speed in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitman, NY

Average humidity in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitman, NY

Average rainfall in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitman, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitman, NY

Average snowfall in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitman, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitman, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitman, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitman, NY

Average UV index in December - Whitman, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Whitman, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Whitman, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

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 40).

Average visibility in December
Whitman, NY

Average visibility in December - Whitman, 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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