December weather forecast
Yorkshire, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Yorkshire, New York, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Yorkshire's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C). Yorkshire records a steady low-temperature average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Yorkshire, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Yorkshire, during December, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow. In Yorkshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.8 days and aggregates up to 49.61" (1260mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Yorkshire experiences an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 19 days. Throughout December, 9.17" (233mm) 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?

In Yorkshire, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Yorkshire?

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
Yorkshire, NY

Average temperature in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average pressure in December - Yorkshire, 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
Yorkshire, NY

Average wind speed in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average humidity in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average rainfall in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average snowfall in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Yorkshire, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Yorkshire, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Yorkshire, NY

Average visibility in December - Yorkshire, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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