New York (New York City)
December
Weather in New York for December 2026
Your guide to New York weather in December - trends and predictions
Snowfall in New York during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in New York at the beginning of December is 6.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 5.7 °C by the end of December.
New York experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 182.3 mm.
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New York Weather December
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What’s the Weather Like in New York This December?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across New York’s cities this December.
Temperatures trend during December in New York
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December weather in New York day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Overcast | 6° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Heavy rain | 8° /2° | 27.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Light rain | 9° /2° | 9.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Light rain | 5° /-1° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Light rain | 7° /2° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 |  Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Light rain | 6° /0° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Light rain | 9° /2° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Moderate rain | 10° /3° | 16.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 |  Sunny | 7° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Light rain | 5° /-1° | 3 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Light rain | 5° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 |  Light snow | 7° /3° | 12.1 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Light snow | 8° /3° | 9.8 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Light rain | 6° /0° | 9.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Light rain | 5° /-1° | 7.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Sunny | 3° /-2° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Light rain | 4° /-2° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Light rain | 4° /-3° | 3.9 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-2° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Moderate rain | 6° /-1° | 12.1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Light snow | 3° /-2° | 2 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Light snow | 3° /-1° | 9.1 mm | 3.6 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Moderate rain | 7° /0° | 11.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Light rain | 9° /3° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Moderate rain | 6° /2° | 11.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Light rain | 7° /1° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New York in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the New York forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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New York in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New York during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in New York during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 182.3 mm is expected in New York during December, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in New York in December 2026?
New York typically sees 10.6 cm of snowfall during December.
What are the typical wind conditions in New York during December?
The average wind speed in New York during December is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
New York snow forecast December 2026
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On average, New York sees 1 snowy days during December, with approximately 10.6 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in New York
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Typically, New York has 9 rainy days in December with a total of 182.3 mm of rainfall.
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