December weather forecast
New Milford, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Milford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°F (1.3°C) and min 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). In New Milford, the average nighttime temperature during December is a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Milford, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Milford, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 32.05" (814mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Milford, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 7.52" (191mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.1 snowfall days, and 41.93" (1065mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Milford, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 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 New Milford, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does New Milford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

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 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Milford, PA

Average temperature in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
New Milford, PA

Average pressure in December - New Milford, PA
  • 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
New Milford, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
New Milford, PA

Average humidity in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
New Milford, PA

Average rainfall in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
New Milford, PA

Average rainfall days in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Milford, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Milford, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Milford, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Milford, PA
  • 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Milford, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
New Milford, PA

Average UV index in December - New Milford, PA
  • 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
New Milford, PA

Average cloud cover in December - New Milford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
New Milford, PA

Average visibility in December - New Milford, PA
  • 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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