December weather forecast
Fort Covington, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Covington, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Fort Covington, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Covington, in December, during 15.6 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.2 snowfall days, and 40.79" (1036mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 29, 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 Fort Covington, is 29.7°F (-1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Covington?

In Fort Covington, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fort Covington, in December, during 15.6 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Covington have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Covington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fort Covington is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average temperature in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average pressure in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average wind speed in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average humidity in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average rainfall in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average snowfall in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average UV index in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Fort Covington, NY

Average visibility in December - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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