Goshen, United States — Weather in December 2026

Monthly climate averages for Goshen, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

Cfa Humid Subtropical
1.4 /10
Poor

December is a poor month in Goshen

Climate Overview

Goshen, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 3.9°C (39°F). Rain falls on about 10 days this month.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 5°C (41°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

Expect around 4.8h of sunshine at the start of December, decreasing to 3.5h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 27th, averaging 5.4°C (42°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 5°C cooler with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
4°C / -3°C
Feels Like
0°C / -8°C
Rain
10 days · 65 mm
Sunshine
4.7h / day
Humidity
76% — Humid
Wind
22 km/h
Wind Direction
SW (227°)
Gusts
41 km/h
Daylight
9.2 h
Cloud Cover
75%
Clear Sky Days
1.5
UV Index
1.8 — Low
Dew Point
-3°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
8 days · 9.9 cm
Frost Days
21 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

12°C 8°C 4°C 0°C -4°C -8°C -12°C 151015202531
High Low

Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 8 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 2h 4h 6h 8h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 6 12 18 24 30 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:03
Daylight 9.2h
Sunset 17:14

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 4°C (39°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
1°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -11°C
Rain
9days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
4.6h Fair
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
View Details
February
Poor
Temp
4°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -10°C
Rain
10days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
6.6h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
10days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 0°C
Feels Like
6°C / -4°C
Rain
11days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
4.5 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
View Details
April
Fair
Temp
15°C / 5°C
Feels Like
12°C / 1°C
Rain
14days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
3days
View Details
May
Good
Temp
21°C / 11°C
Feels Like
21°C / 9°C
Rain
13days (112 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
View Details
June best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 17°C
Feels Like
28°C / 17°C
Rain
11days (105 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
View Details
July best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 20°C
Rain
12days (118 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
7 High
View Details
August best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 18°C
Feels Like
29°C / 19°C
Rain
11days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.6 High
View Details
September best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 15°C
Feels Like
25°C / 15°C
Rain
9days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
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October
Good
Temp
18°C / 9°C
Feels Like
15°C / 7°C
Rain
11days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
3.7 Moderate
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -2°C
Rain
9days (66 mm) Wet
Sun
5.8h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
4°C / -3°C
Feels Like
0°C / -8°C
Rain
10days (65 mm) Wet
Sun
4.7h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
8days
View Details
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 1°C / -6°C -4°C / -11°C 9days (68 mm) Wet 4.6h Fair 75% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details
February 4°C / -5°C -1°C / -10°C 10days (71 mm) Wet 6.6h Fair 73% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
March 10°C / 0°C 6°C / -4°C 11days (103 mm) Wet 7.5h Good 68% Muggy 4.5 Moderate Poor View Details
April 15°C / 5°C 12°C / 1°C 14days (99 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 69% Muggy 5.5 High Fair View Details
May 21°C / 11°C 21°C / 9°C 13days (112 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 71% Muggy 6.5 High Good View Details
June best 27°C / 17°C 28°C / 17°C 11days (105 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 68% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
July best 28°C / 19°C 30°C / 20°C 12days (118 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 74% Muggy 7 High Excellent View Details
August best 27°C / 18°C 29°C / 19°C 11days (96 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 25°C / 15°C 25°C / 15°C 9days (73 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 72% Muggy 5.3 High Excellent View Details
October 18°C / 9°C 15°C / 7°C 11days (101 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 71% Muggy 3.7 Moderate Good View Details
November 9°C / 2°C 6°C / -2°C 9days (66 mm) Wet 5.8h Fair 73% Muggy 2.5 Moderate Poor View Details
December 4°C / -3°C 0°C / -8°C 10days (65 mm) Wet 4.7h Fair 76% Humid 1.8 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Goshen, with average highs of 4°C (39°F) and around 10 rainy days. Goshen, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 3.9°C (39°F). Rain falls on about 10
Goshen typically sees around 10 rainy days in December with 65 mm (2.6 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Goshen during December are cold, averaging -3°C (27°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 4°C (39°F) and lows of -3°C (27°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Goshen. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Goshen during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Goshen gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 5 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Goshen typically sees around 8 snow days in December with roughly 10 cm (4 in) of snowfall.

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