Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). A mean low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is a distinguishing feature of December, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In December, in Kensington, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kensington, New York, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kensington, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kensington, there are 15 snowfall days, and 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Kensington is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Kensington, the average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Kensington in December?
What are the most humid months in Kensington?
What is the average humidity in December in Kensington?
How many days does it rain in December in Kensington?
How much does it snow in Kensington in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Kensington?
What is the average length of the day in December in Kensington?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kensington?
How many hours of sunshine does Kensington have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kensington?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Kensington?
Average temperature in December
Kensington, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Kensington, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Kensington, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Kensington, NY
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Kensington, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in December
Kensington, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kensington, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kensington, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kensington, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kensington, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Kensington, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Kensington, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Kensington, NY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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