December weather forecast
Montrose, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Montrose, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.9°F (4.4°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). Montrose experiences a consistent average temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Montrose, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Montrose, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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 December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Montrose, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Montrose, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Montrose, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 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 Montrose have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Montrose, NY

Average temperature in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average pressure in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average wind speed in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average humidity in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average rainfall in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average snowfall in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

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

Average sunshine days in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average UV index in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, NY

Average visibility in December - Montrose, 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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