December weather forecastRye, NY
December
Weather in December
December brings in the full force of winter in Rye, New York, with cold temperatures and increased snowfall, marking up to 2.32" (59mm). The Christmas spirit combined with winter's charm offers a delightful ambiance to the city. Short days and long nights mark the close of the year. Decorated streets and cozy interiors make long winter nights enjoyable. Wrap up the year with breathtaking winter scenes and festive holiday lights that December brings.Temperature
The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature in Rye, falling from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Rye witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Rye are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in Rye. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Rye, New York, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rye, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.1 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Rye is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Rye, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Rye 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rye, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).
Average pressure in December
Rye, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rye, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Rye, NY
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Rye, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Rye, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rye, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rye, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rye, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rye, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Rye, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Rye, 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 30).
Average visibility in December
Rye, 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).
