Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Hamden's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Hamden's temperature drops to an average low of 23°F (-5°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hamden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hamden. In Hamden, during December, snow falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 89.3 snowfall days, and 43.94" (1116mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Hamden is 2.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Hamden, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Hamden, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Hamden, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Hamden, NY
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Hamden, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Hamden, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hamden, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 7.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hamden, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hamden, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hamden, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Hamden, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Hamden, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in December
Hamden, NY
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August, September and December (4mi).
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