December weather forecast
North River, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in North River, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). North River's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a still freezing cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In North River, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North River, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.1 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in North River is 3.3h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in North River, records 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In North River, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In North River, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In North River, in December, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In North River, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North River have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
North River, NY

Average temperature in December - North River, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in December
North River, NY

Average pressure in December - North River, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North River, NY

Average wind speed in December - North River, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
North River, NY

Average humidity in December - North River, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
North River, NY

Average rainfall in December - North River, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
North River, NY

Average rainfall days in December - North River, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
North River, NY

Average snowfall in December - North River, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North River, NY

Average snowfall days in December - North River, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North River, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North River, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
North River, NY

Average sunshine days in December - North River, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
North River, NY

Average UV index in December - North River, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North River, NY

Average cloud cover in December - North River, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
North River, NY

Average visibility in December - North River, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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