December weather forecast
Hamilton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hamilton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

Hamilton's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). A consistent average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is noted throughout December, only a small step down from its daytime high.

Humidity

In Hamilton, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hamilton, New York, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Hamilton, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hamilton. In Hamilton, New York, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow. In Hamilton, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.2 days and aggregates up to 50.98" (1295mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hamilton is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Hamilton, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hamilton, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

January, February 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hamilton?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hamilton, New York, are 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, New York, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hamilton?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Hamilton is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamilton?

On the first day of December in Hamilton, New York, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hamilton have in December?

In Hamilton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hamilton?

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

Average temperature in December - Hamilton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hamilton, NY

Average pressure in December - Hamilton, 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
Hamilton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hamilton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hamilton, NY

Average humidity in December - Hamilton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hamilton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hamilton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hamilton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hamilton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hamilton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hamilton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hamilton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hamilton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.2 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
Hamilton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hamilton, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hamilton, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hamilton, NY

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Hamilton, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Hamilton, NY

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

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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