December weather forecast
Bedford, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Bedford, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

In Bedford, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a cool 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Bedford, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bedford is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bedford, New York, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.2 days and collects up to 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bedford, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Bedford, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bedford, New York, is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bedford are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bedford in December?

Bedford in December has an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bedford?

In Bedford, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bedford?

In December, in Bedford, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bedford?

In Bedford, New York, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bedford?

The month with the shortest days in Bedford, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Bedford, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bedford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bedford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bedford is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bedford?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bedford, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bedford?

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

Average temperature in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bedford, NY

Average pressure in December - Bedford, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Bedford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bedford, NY

Average humidity in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bedford, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bedford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bedford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bedford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bedford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bedford, NY

Average UV index in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bedford, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Bedford, NY

Average visibility in December - Bedford, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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