Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the arrival of December, Poughkeepsie experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). In Poughkeepsie, the average nighttime temperature during December is a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C).Humidity
In Poughkeepsie, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Poughkeepsie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.7 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Poughkeepsie are January through March, November and December. In Poughkeepsie, in December, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Poughkeepsie, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.5 days and aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Poughkeepsie is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Poughkeepsie is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Poughkeepsie are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Poughkeepsie?
What is the average humidity in December in Poughkeepsie?
How many days does it rain in December in Poughkeepsie?
How many days does it snow in December in Poughkeepsie?
What is the month with the shortest days in Poughkeepsie?
How many hours of daylight does Poughkeepsie have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Poughkeepsie?
How long on average sun shines in December in Poughkeepsie?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Poughkeepsie?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Poughkeepsie?
Average temperature in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Poughkeepsie, AR
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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