December weather forecast
Mountain Dale, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Mountain Dale, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). During December, Mountain Dale observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mountain Dale, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Mountain Dale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.7 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mountain Dale. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mountain Dale.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Mountain Dale, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Mountain Dale?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Mountain Dale in December?

In Mountain Dale, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mountain Dale, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mountain Dale?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average temperature in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average pressure in December - Mountain Dale, 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
Mountain Dale, NY

Average wind speed in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average humidity in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average rainfall in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average snowfall in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mountain Dale, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average UV index in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Mountain Dale, NY

Average visibility in December - Mountain Dale, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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