December weather forecast
Mahopac, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mahopac, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). Mahopac experiences a nighttime temperature average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mahopac. In Mahopac, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mahopac, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
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 Mahopac, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mahopac, New York, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Mahopac?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Mahopac, is 39°F (3.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Mahopac?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Mahopac?

In Mahopac, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Mahopac?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mahopac in December?

In Mahopac, New York, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Mahopac?

In Mahopac, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mahopac?

The month with the shortest days in Mahopac is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mahopac?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mahopac?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Mahopac?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mahopac?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mahopac?

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

Average temperature in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average pressure in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average wind speed in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average humidity in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average rainfall in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average snowfall in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

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

Average sunshine days in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average UV index in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Mahopac, 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, NY

Average visibility in December - Mahopac, 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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