Temperature in New York State in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in New York State, the United States of America this December.

New York State, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 0°C (32°F) in Malone to 8°C (46°F) in Garden City. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Garden City and -8°C (18°F) in Malone. In December, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in New York State, the United States of America in December?

Curious about the December temperatures in the prime spots of New York State? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in New York State in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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New York State temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in New York State, the United States of America in December?

Expect daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in New York City. That makes December a low month for New York State, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in New York State, the United States of America in December?

After dark, New York City cools to about 2°C (36°F) on an average December night.

What is the warmest city in December in New York State, the United States of America?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Garden City clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 8°C (46°F), and evenings that remain near 1°C (34°F).

What is the coldest city in December in New York State, the United States of America?

For the month of December, Malone is the most temperate city in New York State, the United States of America based on our records. Highs average 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around -8°C (18°F).

How much sun does New York State, the United States of America get in December?

Across New York State, the United States of America, sunshine in December ranges from overcast in Buffalo (68 hours) to moderately sunny in New York City (141 hours).

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 9°C (48°F) in New York City this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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