December weather forecast
Hyde Park, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hyde Park, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Hyde Park experiences a mean low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Hyde Park are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Hyde Park, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Hyde Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hyde Park. In Hyde Park, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hyde Park, New York.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Hyde Park, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hyde Park, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hyde Park are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hyde Park?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hyde Park, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Hyde Park?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Hyde Park?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hyde Park is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hyde Park?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hyde Park?

In Hyde Park, New York, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hyde Park?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hyde Park have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hyde Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hyde Park, New York, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hyde Park?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hyde Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hyde Park?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hyde Park is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average temperature in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average pressure in December - Hyde Park, 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
Hyde Park, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average humidity in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Hyde Park, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average UV index in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Hyde Park, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Hyde Park, NY

Average visibility in December - Hyde Park, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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