December weather forecast
South Bethlehem, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Bethlehem, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). South Bethlehem, in December, experiences an average temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In South Bethlehem, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in South Bethlehem, New York, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Bethlehem, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Bethlehem, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 snowfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in South Bethlehem, New York, is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Bethlehem in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Bethlehem, New York, are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Bethlehem?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Bethlehem?

In South Bethlehem, New York, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Bethlehem in December?

In South Bethlehem, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Bethlehem?

December has the shortest days of the year in South Bethlehem, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does South Bethlehem have in December?

In South Bethlehem, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Bethlehem?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Bethlehem, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Bethlehem have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Bethlehem?

January through March, October through 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 South Bethlehem?

In South Bethlehem, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average temperature in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average pressure in December - South Bethlehem, 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
South Bethlehem, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average humidity in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 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
South Bethlehem, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Bethlehem, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average UV index in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
South Bethlehem, NY

Average visibility in December - South Bethlehem, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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