December weather forecast
Lake Peekskill, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Peekskill, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C). An average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is observed in Lake Peekskill during the December nights.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lake Peekskill, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lake Peekskill, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lake Peekskill, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Peekskill, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.4 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Lake Peekskill, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lake Peekskill, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lake Peekskill are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lake Peekskill?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lake Peekskill, is 39.9°F (4.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Lake Peekskill?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Peekskill?

In Lake Peekskill, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake Peekskill?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lake Peekskill?

In Lake Peekskill, New York, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Peekskill?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Peekskill, New York, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Peekskill have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lake Peekskill?

On the first day of December in Lake Peekskill, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Peekskill have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lake Peekskill is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lake Peekskill?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lake Peekskill are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lake Peekskill?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Peekskill is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average temperature in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average pressure in December - Lake Peekskill, 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
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average wind speed in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average humidity in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average rainfall in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average snowfall in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average UV index in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Peekskill, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Lake Peekskill, NY

Average visibility in December - Lake Peekskill, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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