December weather forecast
Stapleton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Stapleton, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

Stapleton observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Stapleton are July and December, with an average 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Stapleton, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Stapleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.2 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Stapleton is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stapleton, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stapleton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Stapleton?

December temperatures in Stapleton, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Stapleton?

The months with the highest humidity in Stapleton are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Stapleton?

The average relative humidity in December in Stapleton, New York, is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Stapleton?

The months with the most rainfall in Stapleton, New York, are July and December, with an average 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Stapleton in December?

In December, in Stapleton, New York, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Stapleton in December?

In Stapleton, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stapleton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stapleton have in December?

The average day length in December in Stapleton is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Stapleton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stapleton, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stapleton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Stapleton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Stapleton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stapleton, NY

Average temperature in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stapleton, NY

Average pressure in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Stapleton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stapleton, NY

Average humidity in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stapleton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stapleton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stapleton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stapleton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stapleton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stapleton, NY

Average UV index in December - Stapleton, 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
Stapleton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Stapleton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Stapleton, NY

Average visibility in December - Stapleton, 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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