December weather forecast
South Newstead, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in South Newstead, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in South Newstead's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). South Newstead documents an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) for the nights of December.

Humidity

In South Newstead, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In South Newstead, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Newstead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Newstead, in December, during 17.2 snowfall days, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 84.1 snowfall days, and 38.07" (967mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in South Newstead is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in South Newstead is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in South Newstead are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Newstead?

In South Newstead, 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in South Newstead?

The average relative humidity in December in South Newstead, New York, is 85%.

How much does it rain in South Newstead in December?

In December, in South Newstead, New York, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Newstead in December?

In South Newstead, during December, snow falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Newstead?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in South Newstead?

In December, the average day length in South Newstead, New York, is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Newstead?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Newstead, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Newstead?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Newstead, New York, is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Newstead?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in South Newstead, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Newstead?

In South Newstead, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Newstead, NY

Average temperature in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Newstead, NY

Average pressure in December - South Newstead, 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
South Newstead, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Newstead, NY

Average humidity in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Newstead, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Newstead, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Newstead, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Newstead, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 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
South Newstead, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Newstead, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Newstead, NY

Average UV index in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Newstead, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
South Newstead, NY

Average visibility in December - South Newstead, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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