December weather forecast
Hillburn, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hillburn, New York, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 50°F (10°C) to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, Hillburn experiences an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

February 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 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hillburn, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Hillburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 10.98" (279mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hillburn, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hillburn is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hillburn. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hillburn during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hillburn, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Hillburn?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Hillburn?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Hillburn?

The month with the most rainfall in Hillburn, New York, is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hillburn in December?

In Hillburn, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hillburn?

In Hillburn, New York, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillburn?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hillburn, New York, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hillburn have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hillburn?

On the first day of December in Hillburn, New York, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillburn have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hillburn is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hillburn?

In Hillburn, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hillburn, NY

Average temperature in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hillburn, NY

Average pressure in December - Hillburn, 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
Hillburn, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hillburn, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hillburn, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hillburn, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hillburn, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hillburn, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Hillburn, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hillburn, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hillburn, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Hillburn, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hillburn, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

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Average visibility in December
Hillburn, NY

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

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

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