December weather forecast
Howes Cave, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Howes Cave, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). In December, Howes Cave records an average nighttime temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Howes Cave, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.5 rainfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Howes Cave. In December, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated. In Howes Cave, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.8 days and aggregates up to 42.09" (1069mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Howes Cave, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Howes Cave, New York, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Howes Cave, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Howes Cave in December?

During December, Howes Cave experiences an average high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Howes Cave?

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

How much does it rain in Howes Cave in December?

In Howes Cave, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Howes Cave in December?

In Howes Cave, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 8.66" (220mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Howes Cave?

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

How many hours of daylight does Howes Cave have in December?

In Howes Cave, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Howes Cave?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Howes Cave have in December?

In Howes Cave, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Howes Cave?

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Howes Cave.

How high is the UV index in December in Howes Cave?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Howes Cave is 1. A UV Index 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
Howes Cave, NY

Average temperature in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average pressure in December - Howes Cave, 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
Howes Cave, NY

Average wind speed in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average humidity in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average rainfall in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average snowfall in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 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
Howes Cave, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Howes Cave, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average UV index in December - Howes Cave, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Howes Cave, NY

Average visibility in December - Howes Cave, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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