December weather forecast
Orangeburg, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Orangeburg, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 41°F (5°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Orangeburg observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41°F (5°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Orangeburg.

Rainfall

In Orangeburg, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orangeburg, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Orangeburg. In Orangeburg, New York, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Orangeburg, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Orangeburg, the average sunshine in December 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Orangeburg?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Orangeburg, is 41°F (5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Orangeburg?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Orangeburg, New York.

What is the average humidity in December in Orangeburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Orangeburg, New York, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Orangeburg?

In Orangeburg, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Orangeburg in December?

In Orangeburg, New York, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orangeburg?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Orangeburg, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Orangeburg have in December?

The average day length in December in Orangeburg is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orangeburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orangeburg have in December?

In Orangeburg, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Orangeburg?

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

Average temperature in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average pressure in December - Orangeburg, 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
Orangeburg, NY

Average wind speed in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average humidity in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average rainfall in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average snowfall in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orangeburg, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average UV index in December - Orangeburg, 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
Orangeburg, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Orangeburg, NY

Average visibility in December - Orangeburg, 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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