December weather forecast
York, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in York, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). During December, York observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In York, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In York, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.7 days and collects up to 27.83" (707mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In York, in December, during 16.3 snowfall days, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.5 snowfall days, and 32.8" (833mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in York is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in York, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in York is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in York in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in York, is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in York?

In York, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in York?

In York, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in York in December?

In December, in York, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout December, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in York?

The month with the shortest days in York, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in York?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does York have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in York?

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

How high is the UV index in December in York?

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

Average temperature in December - York, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
York, NY

Average pressure in December - York, 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
York, NY

Average wind speed in December - York, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
York, NY

Average humidity in December - York, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
York, NY

Average rainfall in December - York, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
York, NY

Average rainfall days in December - York, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
York, NY

Average snowfall in December - York, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
York, NY

Average snowfall days in December - York, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - York, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
York, NY

Average sunshine days in December - York, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
York, NY

Average UV index in December - York, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
York, NY

Average cloud cover in December - York, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
York, NY

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

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

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