December weather forecast
Bloomington, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bloomington, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). In December, in Bloomington, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Bloomington, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Bloomington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bloomington. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bloomington, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bloomington, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Bloomington is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bloomington are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bloomington in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bloomington, is 37.4°F (3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°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 evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Bloomington?

The months with the highest humidity in Bloomington, New York, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bloomington?

The average relative humidity in December in Bloomington, New York, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Bloomington in December?

In Bloomington, New York, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bloomington in December?

In Bloomington, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bloomington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bloomington, New York, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bloomington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bloomington, New York, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bloomington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bloomington, New York, is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bloomington?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bloomington, NY

Average temperature in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bloomington, NY

Average pressure in December - Bloomington, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Bloomington, NY

Average wind speed in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bloomington, NY

Average humidity in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bloomington, NY

Average rainfall in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bloomington, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bloomington, NY

Average snowfall in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bloomington, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 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
Bloomington, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bloomington, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bloomington, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Bloomington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bloomington, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Bloomington, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Bloomington, NY

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

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

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