December weather forecast
Carmel, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carmel, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Carmel experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). Carmel records an average nighttime low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carmel are January through May, October through December. In Carmel, New York, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Carmel, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Carmel, New York, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carmel. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Carmel?

The high-temperature, in December, in Carmel, records 39°F (3.9°C), while the low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Carmel?

The months with the highest humidity in Carmel are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Carmel?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Carmel?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Carmel in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Carmel in December?

In Carmel, New York, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carmel?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carmel.

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

In Carmel, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carmel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carmel, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Carmel?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Carmel?

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

Average temperature in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carmel, NY

Average pressure in December - Carmel, 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
Carmel, NY

Average wind speed in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carmel, NY

Average humidity in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carmel, NY

Average rainfall in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carmel, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carmel, NY

Average snowfall in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carmel, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 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
Carmel, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carmel, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carmel, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Carmel, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Carmel, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Carmel, NY

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

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

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