December weather forecast
Larchmont, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Larchmont, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Larchmont registers a steady nighttime temperature averaging a still icy 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Larchmont, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Larchmont are January through April, November and December. In Larchmont, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Larchmont, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 8.46" (215mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) feels unbearing at 55.4°F (13°C) and can be life-risking below 50°F (10°C), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Larchmont is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Larchmont, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Larchmont is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Larchmont. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during 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

How cold is December in Larchmont?

In December, in Larchmont, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Larchmont?

The months with the highest humidity in Larchmont, New York, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Larchmont?

In December, the average relative humidity in Larchmont is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Larchmont?

In Larchmont, New York, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Larchmont?

In December, in Larchmont, New York, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Larchmont?

In Larchmont, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Larchmont?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Larchmont, New York, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Larchmont?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Larchmont, New York, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Larchmont have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Larchmont is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Larchmont?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Larchmont, NY

Average temperature in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Larchmont, NY

Average pressure in December - Larchmont, 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
Larchmont, NY

Average wind speed in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Larchmont, NY

Average humidity in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Larchmont, NY

Average rainfall in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Larchmont, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Larchmont, NY

Average snowfall in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Larchmont, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Larchmont, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Larchmont, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Larchmont, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Larchmont, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Larchmont, NY

Average UV index in December - Larchmont, 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
Larchmont, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Larchmont, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Larchmont, NY

Average visibility in December - Larchmont, 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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