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

The commencement of December in White Plains indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is observed.

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. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In White Plains, 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in White Plains, New York, is December, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In White Plains, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does White Plains have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, 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 are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

December weather forecast
White Plains, NY

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