December weather forecast
Taunton, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Taunton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). Taunton registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) during December.

Humidity

In Taunton, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Taunton, New York, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Taunton, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Taunton, New York, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Taunton, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Taunton in December?

Taunton in December has an average high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Taunton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Taunton?

In Taunton, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Taunton?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Taunton?

In Taunton, New York, in December, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Taunton?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Taunton.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Taunton?

On the first day of December in Taunton, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Taunton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Taunton?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Taunton.

How high is the UV index in December in Taunton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Taunton, New York, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Taunton, NY

Average temperature in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Taunton, NY

Average pressure in December - Taunton, 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
Taunton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Taunton, NY

Average humidity in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Taunton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in December
Taunton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Taunton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Taunton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
Taunton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taunton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Taunton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Taunton, NY

Average UV index in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Taunton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Taunton, NY

Average visibility in December - Taunton, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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