December weather forecast
Brighton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Brighton, New York, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). A mild drop to an average of 27°F (-2.8°C) marks the nights during December.

Humidity

In Brighton, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Brighton are January through May, October through December. In Brighton, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 5.04" (128mm) of snow. In Brighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.8 days and aggregates up to 24.53" (623mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Brighton, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Brighton in December?

December temperatures in Brighton, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Brighton?

In Brighton, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Brighton in December?

In December, in Brighton, New York, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Brighton in December?

In Brighton, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Brighton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Brighton, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Brighton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Brighton?

On the first day of December in Brighton, New York, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brighton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Brighton, New York, is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Brighton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Brighton, New York, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Brighton?

In Brighton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Brighton, NY

Average temperature in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Brighton, NY

Average pressure in December - Brighton, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Brighton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Brighton, NY

Average humidity in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July, August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Brighton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Brighton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Brighton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Brighton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 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
Brighton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brighton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Brighton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Brighton, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Brighton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Brighton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Brighton, NY

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

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

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