December weather forecast
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Croton-on-Hudson, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). During the month of December, Croton-on-Hudson experiences a steady low-temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Croton-on-Hudson, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Croton-on-Hudson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.6 days and collects up to 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.6 snowfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
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, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Croton-on-Hudson, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Croton-on-Hudson, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Croton-on-Hudson is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Croton-on-Hudson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average temperature in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average pressure in December - Croton-on-Hudson, 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
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average wind speed in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

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

Average humidity in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average humidity in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average rainfall in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average snowfall in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Croton-on-Hudson, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average UV index in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Croton-on-Hudson, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Average visibility in December - Croton-on-Hudson, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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