Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). During December, Philmont observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Philmont, New York, is 82%.Rainfall
In Philmont, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Philmont, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Philmont, there are 37.3 snowfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Philmont, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Philmont are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Philmont?
How much does it snow in Philmont in December?
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How many hours of daylight does Philmont have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Philmont, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Philmont, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Philmont, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Philmont, NY
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Philmont, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Philmont, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Philmont, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.95"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Philmont, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Philmont, 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: 4h and 3min
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: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Philmont, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Philmont, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Philmont, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Philmont, 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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