December weather forecast
Harriman, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Harriman, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). In Harriman, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Harriman, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harriman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Harriman, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In Harriman, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Harriman, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Harriman are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Harriman, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Harriman, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Harriman have in December?

In Harriman, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Harriman?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Harriman?

The average sunshine duration in December in Harriman is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Harriman, NY

Average temperature in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Harriman, NY

Average pressure in December - Harriman, 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
Harriman, NY

Average wind speed in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Harriman, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Harriman, NY

Average rainfall in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Harriman, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harriman, NY

Average snowfall in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harriman, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harriman, 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 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harriman, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Harriman, NY

Average UV index in December - Harriman, 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
Harriman, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Harriman, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Harriman, NY

Average visibility in December - Harriman, 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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