Weather in New York City for December 2024
In general, the average temperature in New York City at the beginning of December is 8 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 7.7 °F by the end of December.
New York City sees moderate rainfall in December, averaging 6 rainy days.
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New York City in December average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  8° | ||||||
| 2  11° | 3  13° | 4 9° | 5 6° | 6  5° | 7 4° | 8 8° |
| 9 10° | 10  14° | 11  10° | 12  7° | 13 6° | 14 4° | 15  12° |
| 16 10° | 17  12° | 18 14° | 19  6° | 20 7° | 21 5° | 22  6° |
| 23  10° | 24 0° | 25  5° | 26 5° | 27 7° | 28 9° | 29 11° |
| 30 9° | 31 8° |
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Temperatures trend during December in New York City
December weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 1 | Overcast | 8° /2° | 2.2 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 2 | Fog | 11° /6° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 3 | Heavy rain | 13° /6° | 36.2 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 9° /5° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 5 | Overcast | 6° /2° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 6 | Freezing fog | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 7 | Mist | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 1 | |
| Dec. 8 | Freezing fog | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 9 | Fog | 10° /4° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 10 | Light rain shower | 14° /3° | 20.9 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 11 | Light sleet | 10° /3° | 19.4 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 12 | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 13 | Partly cloudy | 6° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 14 | Overcast | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 1 | |
| Dec. 15 | Sunny | 12° /2° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 10° /5° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 17 | Light rain | 12° /7° | 11.5 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 18 | Heavy rain | 14° /7° | 52.6 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 19 | Blowing snow | 6° /0° | 0.1 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 20 | Sunny | 7° /0° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 21 | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 22 | Heavy rain at times | 6° /0° | 6.6 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 23 | Moderate rain at times | 10° /-4° | 8.2 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 0° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 25 | Cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 26 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 27 | Cloudy | 7° /3° | 11.5 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 28 | Sunny | 9° /3° | 7.5 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 29 | Overcast | 11° /4° | 1.4 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 30 | Sunny | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 3.5 mm | 3 | |
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Guide for New York City in December
In December, New York City experiences a transition from late fall to early winter, with varying weather conditions throughout the month. At the beginning of December, the city typically sees chilly temperatures with an average high of 7° and an average low of 2°.
Occasional snowfall can be expected, adding a touch of winter wonder to the cityscape. As the month progresses, the temperatures tend to drop further, with an average high of 5° and an average low of 0° towards the end of December.
The city may experience more frequent snowfall and the occasional winter storm, creating a picturesque snowy landscape.
It's important to note that New York City's weather in December can be quite unpredictable, with occasional fluctuations in temperature and weather patterns. Visitors should be prepared for cold and potentially snowy conditions, especially towards the end of the month.
However, the city's festive atmosphere, adorned with holiday decorations and events, makes it a charming destination despite the winter weather. So, if you're planning a trip to New York City in December, be sure to pack warm clothing and embrace the possibility of a white winter wonderland.
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