December weather forecast
Colonie, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Colonie, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°F (-4°C) and max 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). Colonie, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Colonie, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Colonie, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow. In Colonie, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.3 days and aggregates up to 29.72" (755mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colonie.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Colonie in December has an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Colonie, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Colonie, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colonie in December?

In Colonie, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 5.63" (143mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Colonie have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Colonie, NY

Average temperature in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Colonie, NY

Average pressure in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colonie, NY

Average wind speed in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Colonie, NY

Average humidity in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Colonie, NY

Average rainfall in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Colonie, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colonie, NY

Average snowfall in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colonie, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colonie, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Colonie, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Colonie, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Colonie, NY

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

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

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