December weather - Winter 2024

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

Yellow rays from the setting sun shining upon the buildings in White Plain, New York

Weather in December

December in White Plains marks the arrival of a full-fledged winter, with temperatures observing lows of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a rise in snowfall to 2.32" (59mm). The holiday season sees the city draped in snow, creating a picturesque winter wonderland. The city transforms under the effects of December weather, with holiday decorations adorning the streets and buildings. Despite the reduced daylight hours, the festive spirit enlivens the city. Battling the cold weather, the city glows under the spell of December, inviting joyous end-of-year celebrations.

Temperature

White Plains's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature in White Plains records at a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in White Plains. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in White Plains are January through April, November and December. In White Plains, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. In White Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.1 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, in White Plains, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in White Plains is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in White Plains 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in White Plains?

The average high-temperature, in December, in White Plains, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in White Plains?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in White Plains.

What is the average humidity in December in White Plains?

In White Plains, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in White Plains?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in White Plains?

In White Plains, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in White Plains?

In White Plains, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in White Plains?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in White Plains?

The average day length in December in White Plains is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in White Plains?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in White Plains, New York, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in White Plains?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in White Plains?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in White Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in White Plains is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

50.5°F 10.3°C

41.5°F 5.3°C

35.2°F 1.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.3mph 15km/h

9.5mph 15.3km/h

9.8mph 15.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.7

15.6

17.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
White Plains, NY

Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
White Plains, 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
White Plains, NY

Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
White Plains, NY

Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
White Plains, NY

Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
White Plains, NY

Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
White Plains, NY

Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
White Plains, NY

Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
White Plains, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
White Plains, NY

Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
White Plains, 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
White Plains, NY

Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
White Plains, NY

Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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December weather forecast
White Plains, NY

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