December weather forecast
New Connecticut, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Connecticut, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in New Connecticut, New York, is 86%.

Rainfall

In New Connecticut, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Connecticut, there are 173.5 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Connecticut, in December, snow falls for 18.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.54" (217mm) of snow. In New Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.8 days and aggregates up to 48.82" (1240mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in New Connecticut, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in New Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In New Connecticut, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in New Connecticut. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in New Connecticut?

During December, New Connecticut experiences an average high-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Connecticut?

In December, the average relative humidity in New Connecticut, New York, is 86%.

How much does it rain in New Connecticut in December?

In New Connecticut, New York, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in New Connecticut?

In New Connecticut, in December, during 18.2 snowfall days, 8.54" (217mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Connecticut?

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

How many hours of daylight does New Connecticut have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in New Connecticut?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Connecticut, New York, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in New Connecticut?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Connecticut?

The months with the lowest UV index in New Connecticut, New York, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in New Connecticut?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in New Connecticut is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average temperature in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average pressure in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average wind speed in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average humidity in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average rainfall in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average rainfall days in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average snowfall in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average snowfall days in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 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
New Connecticut, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Connecticut, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average sunshine days in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average UV index in December - New Connecticut, 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average cloud cover in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
New Connecticut, NY

Average visibility in December - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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