December weather forecast
Copake Falls, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Copake Falls, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°F (1.9°C) and min 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Copake Falls expects an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Copake Falls, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Copake Falls, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Copake Falls, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Copake Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Copake Falls, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Copake Falls?

In Copake Falls, New York, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Copake Falls have in December?

In Copake Falls, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average temperature in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average pressure in December - Copake Falls, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average wind speed in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average humidity in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average rainfall in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average snowfall in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Copake Falls, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average UV index in December - Copake Falls, 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
Copake Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Copake Falls, NY

Average visibility in December - Copake Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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