December weather forecast
Ridge, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ridge, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Ridge sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ridge are January through March, May and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Ridge, New York. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ridge, New York, is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ridge?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ridge, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ridge?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ridge is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Ridge?

The month with the most rainfall in Ridge, New York, is December, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Ridge?

In December, in Ridge, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Ridge?

December is the first month it typically snows in Ridge. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ridge?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Ridge?

In Ridge, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ridge?

On the first day of December in Ridge, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ridge?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ridge, New York, is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ridge?

In Ridge, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ridge, NY

Average temperature in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ridge, NY

Average pressure in December - Ridge, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ridge, NY

Average wind speed in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ridge, NY

Average humidity in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ridge, NY

Average rainfall in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ridge, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ridge, NY

Average snowfall in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ridge, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridge, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ridge, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ridge, NY

Average UV index in December - Ridge, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ridge, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Ridge, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Ridge, NY

Average visibility in December - Ridge, 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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