December weather forecast
Hamburg, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hamburg, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.2°F (1.8°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Hamburg reaches an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hamburg, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hamburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hamburg, New York. In Hamburg, in December, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow. In Hamburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hamburg is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hamburg?

December temperatures in Hamburg, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hamburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Hamburg, New York, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hamburg?

In Hamburg, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hamburg?

In Hamburg, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hamburg?

The month with the shortest days in Hamburg is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Hamburg, New York, is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hamburg, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hamburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hamburg is 2.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hamburg?

In Hamburg, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hamburg, NY

Average temperature in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hamburg, NY

Average pressure in December - Hamburg, 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
Hamburg, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hamburg, NY

Average humidity in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hamburg, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hamburg, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hamburg, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hamburg, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 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
Hamburg, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hamburg, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hamburg, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hamburg, NY

Average UV index in December - Hamburg, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hamburg, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hamburg, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Hamburg, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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