December weather forecast
Chestertown, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chestertown, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and max 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Chestertown's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). December's nights in Chestertown observe an average temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chestertown, New York, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Chestertown is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Chestertown, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Chestertown is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Chestertown in December?

In Chestertown, 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Chestertown?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chestertown?

In December, in Chestertown, New York, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Chestertown?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, in December, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chestertown?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chestertown.

How many hours of daylight does Chestertown have in December?

The average day length in December in Chestertown is 9h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chestertown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chestertown, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chestertown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Chestertown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chestertown is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chestertown, NY

Average temperature in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chestertown, NY

Average pressure in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Chestertown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chestertown, NY

Average humidity in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chestertown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chestertown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chestertown, NY

Average snowfall in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chestertown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20 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
Chestertown, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chestertown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chestertown, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chestertown, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Chestertown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Chestertown, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (4mi).

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