December weather forecast
Old Chatham, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Old Chatham, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.9°F (1.6°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Old Chatham, New York, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Old Chatham, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 15.98" (406mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Old Chatham, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Old Chatham, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Old Chatham, New York, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Old Chatham in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Old Chatham, is 34.9°F (1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Old Chatham?

The months with the highest humidity in Old Chatham are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December in Old Chatham?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Old Chatham in December?

In Old Chatham, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Old Chatham?

In Old Chatham, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Chatham?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Old Chatham have in December?

In Old Chatham, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Old Chatham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Chatham have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Old Chatham is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Old Chatham?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Old Chatham?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Old Chatham, New York, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average temperature in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average pressure in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average wind speed in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average humidity in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average rainfall in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average snowfall in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 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
Old Chatham, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Chatham, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average UV index in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Old Chatham, NY

Average visibility in December - Old Chatham, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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