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Weather in Manhattan, New York for December 2026

Your guide to Manhattan weather in December - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in Manhattan during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.

  • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Manhattan at the beginning of December is 4.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 5.3 °C by the end of December.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Manhattan experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 242.9 mm.

  • More

  • Is December a good time to visit Manhattan? check out the best time to travel to Manhattan page.

  • ✨ Is December a good time to visit Manhattan? – Ask the AI Weatherman

Average dry days
21
Dry days
Average rainy days
9
Rainy days
Average snowy days
1
Snow days
Average temperatures
5°/0°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
20 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
75 %
Avg humidity

Manhattan Weather December

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Temperatures trend during December in Manhattan

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December weather in Manhattan day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
Dec. 1 Overcast
Overcast
4° /0° 0.8 mm 0 cm
Dec. 2 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
6° /1° 44.5 mm 0 cm
Dec. 3 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
7° /2° 11.2 mm 0 cm
Dec. 4 Overcast
Overcast
5° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 5 Light snow
Light snow
3° /-2° 8.9 mm 2 cm
Dec. 6 Freezing fog
Freezing fog
3° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 7 Mist
Mist
3° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 8 Freezing fog
Freezing fog
5° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 9 Light rain
Light rain
6° /0° 8.5 mm 0 cm
Dec. 10 Light rain
Light rain
9° /3° 8.4 mm 0 cm
Dec. 11 Light sleet
Light sleet
8° /3° 31.2 mm 0 cm
Dec. 12 Light rain
Light rain
4° /-2° 3.4 mm 0 cm
Dec. 13 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
2° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 14 Overcast
Overcast
2° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 15 Sunny
Sunny
4° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 16 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
7° /2° 14.4 mm 0 cm
Dec. 17 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
9° /4° 13.1 mm 0 cm
Dec. 18 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
9° /2° 18 mm 0 cm
Dec. 19 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
8° /1° 15.5 mm 0 cm
Dec. 20 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
3° /-1° 1 mm 0 cm
Dec. 21 Overcast
Overcast
3° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 22 Light rain
Light rain
3° /-3° 3.3 mm 0 cm
Dec. 23 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
5° /-4° 5.5 mm 0.4 cm
Dec. 24 Overcast
Overcast
2° /-2° 0.3 mm 0 cm
Dec. 25 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
3° /-2° 1.4 mm 0.4 cm
Dec. 26 Light snow
Light snow
2° /-4° 2.9 mm 2.1 cm
Dec. 27 Light snow
Light snow
4° /-1° 11.6 mm 4.6 cm
Dec. 28 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
6° /0° 17.1 mm 0 cm
Dec. 29 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
10° /3° 2.4 mm 0 cm
Dec. 30 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
7° /2° 16.5 mm 0 cm
Dec. 31 Light rain
Light rain
6° /1° 2.8 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Manhattan 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 Manhattan forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Manhattan in December - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Manhattan during December?

Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.

How much rainfall should be expected in Manhattan during December?

Significant rainfall exceeding 242.9 mm is expected in Manhattan during December, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Manhattan in December 2026?

Manhattan typically sees 9.5 cm of snowfall during December.

What are the typical wind conditions in Manhattan during December?

The average wind speed in Manhattan during December is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Manhattan snow forecast December 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Manhattan’s snowy potential this December ❄️
On average, Manhattan sees 1 snowy days during December, with approximately 9.5 cm of total snowfall.

December rainfall patterns in Manhattan

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Manhattans December weather 💧
Typically, Manhattan has 9 rainy days in December with a total of 242.9 mm of rainfall.
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