December weather forecast
Mahopac Falls, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mahopac Falls, New York, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Mahopac Falls observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). During December, Mahopac Falls observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mahopac Falls are January through May, October through December. In Mahopac Falls, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mahopac Falls.
On the first day of December in Mahopac Falls, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mahopac Falls are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Mahopac Falls?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mahopac Falls, is 39°F (3.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Mahopac Falls?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Mahopac Falls, New York.

What is the average humidity in December in Mahopac Falls?

The average relative humidity in December in Mahopac Falls is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Mahopac Falls?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Mahopac Falls, New York. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mahopac Falls in December?

In Mahopac Falls, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mahopac Falls?

In Mahopac Falls, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mahopac Falls?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mahopac Falls?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mahopac Falls?

In Mahopac Falls, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mahopac Falls?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mahopac Falls?

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

Average temperature in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average pressure in December - Mahopac Falls, 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
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average wind speed in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average humidity in December - Mahopac Falls, 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
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average rainfall in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average snowfall in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mahopac Falls, 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 4min

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
Mahopac Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Mahopac Falls, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December - Mahopac Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Mahopac Falls, NY

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

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

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