December weather forecast
Middletown, NY

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Weather in December

Middletown welcomes December as winter's harbinger, with freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall marking the shift in seasons. A noticeable dip in temperature from November stirs the winter chill, engulfing the city in its frosty embrace. Snowfall amplifies to 3.19" (81mm), setting the stage for a potential white Christmas. Limited daylight and reduced sunshine lend an ethereal quality to Middletown's wintry landscape, painting a picture of glistening snowscapes. Increased atmospheric pressure couples with moderate wind speeds to uphold the winter's icy grip, shaping an idyllic, serene scene resonant of a winter wonderland.

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is noted in Middletown.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Middletown, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Middletown, New York, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.4 snowfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Middletown, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Middletown, New York, is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Middletown in December?

During December, Middletown experiences an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Middletown?

The months with the highest humidity in Middletown, New York, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Middletown?

In Middletown, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Middletown in December?

In Middletown, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Middletown?

In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Middletown?

The month with the shortest days in Middletown, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Middletown have in December?

The average day length in December in Middletown, New York, is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Middletown?

On the first day of December in Middletown, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Middletown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Middletown, New York, is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Middletown?

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 intensity in December in Middletown?

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

Average temperature in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Middletown, NY

Average pressure in December - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Middletown, NY

Average humidity in December - Middletown, 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 (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Middletown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Middletown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Middletown, NY

Average snowfall in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Middletown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 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
Middletown, NY

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Middletown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Middletown, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Middletown, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Middletown, NY

Average visibility in December - Middletown, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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