December weather forecast
Cold Spring, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Cold Spring, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

In Cold Spring, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Cold Spring's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cold Spring, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cold Spring, there are 27.3 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cold Spring, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cold Spring are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cold Spring, records 39°F (3.9°C), while the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°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 estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Cold Spring.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cold Spring, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cold Spring, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cold Spring, New York, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cold Spring?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Cold Spring is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 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 Cold Spring have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cold Spring is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average temperature in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average pressure in December - Cold Spring, 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
Cold Spring, NY

Average wind speed in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average humidity in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average rainfall in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average snowfall in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average UV index in December - Cold Spring, 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
Cold Spring, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Cold Spring, NY

Average visibility in December - Cold Spring, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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