New York City Weather in December

What's the weather like in New York City (New York) in December 2024?

The climate in New York City during December can be summarized as cool and a little damp.

December is in the winter in New York City and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 6°C (42°F), whilst at night -2°C (29°F) is normal.

New York City weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 5.6°C 42°F
Nightly temperature -1.8°C 28.9°F
Average temperature 1.9°C 35.4°F
Daily sunshine 5 hrs
Avg rainfall 93 mm 3.7 ins
Rainy days 11 days
Sea temperature 8.6°C 47.5°F
Humidity 66%
Windspeed 19.8kph 12 mph

On average December is the 5th driest month of the year in New York City with around 93mm 3.7 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5 hours of sunshine per day.

December temperatures in New York City

New York City average temperature in December

December rainfall

New York City average rain in December

December hourly sunshine

New York City average rain in December

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in New York City in December 2024.

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New York City weather stats

New York City weather statistics
Hottest month: July 29.4°C 84.9°F
Driest month: February 79mm 3.1ins
Sunniest month: August 9.2hrs
Coldest month: January 2.5°C 36.5°F
Wettest month: July 111mm 4.4ins
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