December weather forecast
Suffern, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Suffern, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December nights, Suffern registers an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Suffern, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Suffern, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 10.98" (279mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Suffern, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Suffern are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Suffern in December?

During December, Suffern experiences an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Suffern?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Suffern?

In Suffern, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Suffern?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Suffern in December?

In Suffern, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Suffern in December?

In December, in Suffern, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Suffern?

The month with the shortest days in Suffern, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Suffern have in December?

In December, the average day length in Suffern, New York, is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Suffern?

On the first day of December in Suffern, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Suffern have in December?

In Suffern, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Suffern?

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

Average temperature in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Suffern, NY

Average pressure in December - Suffern, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Suffern, NY

Average wind speed in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Suffern, NY

Average humidity in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Suffern, NY

Average rainfall in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Suffern, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Suffern, NY

Average snowfall in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Suffern, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Suffern, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Suffern, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Suffern, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Suffern, NY

Average UV index in December - Suffern, 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
Suffern, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Suffern, NY

Average visibility in December - Suffern, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and May (5mi).

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