December weather forecast
Wilmington, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Wilmington, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Wilmington's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Wilmington, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wilmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wilmington. In Wilmington, in December, during 19.6 snowfall days, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wilmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.5 days and aggregates up to 55.87" (1419mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, in Wilmington, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Wilmington is 3.4h.

UV index

January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wilmington. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wilmington in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wilmington, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wilmington?

The average relative humidity in December in Wilmington, New York, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Wilmington in December?

In Wilmington, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wilmington?

In December, in Wilmington, it is snowing for 19.6 days. Throughout December, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wilmington?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wilmington, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Wilmington have in December?

In December, the average day length in Wilmington is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wilmington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wilmington, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wilmington have in December?

In Wilmington, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wilmington?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wilmington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Wilmington is 1. A UV Index 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
Wilmington, NY

Average temperature in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wilmington, NY

Average pressure in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wilmington, NY

Average wind speed in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wilmington, NY

Average humidity in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wilmington, NY

Average rainfall in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wilmington, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wilmington, NY

Average snowfall in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wilmington, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (21.7 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
Wilmington, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wilmington, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wilmington, NY

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Wilmington, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Wilmington, NY

Average visibility in December - Wilmington, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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