December weather forecast
Buchanan, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buchanan, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Buchanan's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). Buchanan experiences a mean low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Buchanan, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buchanan, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Buchanan, New York, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.4 snowfall days, and 12.87" (327mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, in Buchanan, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Buchanan is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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 maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Buchanan in December?

During December, Buchanan experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Buchanan?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Buchanan?

The average relative humidity in December in Buchanan is 79%.

How much does it rain in Buchanan in December?

In December, in Buchanan, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Buchanan in December?

In Buchanan, New York, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buchanan?

December has the shortest days of the year in Buchanan, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Buchanan have in December?

The average day length in December in Buchanan, New York, is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Buchanan?

On the first day of December in Buchanan, New York, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buchanan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Buchanan is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Buchanan?

The months with the lowest UV index in Buchanan, New York, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Buchanan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Buchanan is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buchanan, NY

Average temperature in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Buchanan, NY

Average pressure in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buchanan, NY

Average wind speed in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Buchanan, NY

Average humidity in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Buchanan, NY

Average rainfall in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Buchanan, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buchanan, NY

Average snowfall in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buchanan, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Buchanan, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buchanan, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Buchanan, NY

Average UV index in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Buchanan, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Buchanan, NY

Average visibility in December - Buchanan, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and May (5mi).

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