December weather forecast
Young Hickory, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Young Hickory, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in Young Hickory's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). Throughout December, Young Hickory witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Young Hickory, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Young Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.3 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Young Hickory. In Young Hickory, during December, snow falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow. In Young Hickory, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.4 days and aggregates up to 33.03" (839mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Young Hickory is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Young Hickory in December?

Young Hickory in December has an average high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Young Hickory, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Young Hickory is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Young Hickory have in December?

In Young Hickory, 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Young Hickory have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average temperature in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average pressure in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average wind speed in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average humidity in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average rainfall in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average snowfall in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Young Hickory, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average UV index in December - Young Hickory, 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
Young Hickory, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Young Hickory, NY

Average visibility in December - Young Hickory, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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