December weather forecast
Oakdale, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oakdale, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Oakdale's nighttime temperatures in December display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

In Oakdale, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Oakdale. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oakdale are January through March, May, October and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Oakdale. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Oakdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Oakdale, New York, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March and 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Oakdale?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oakdale, New York, are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Oakdale?

The average relative humidity in December in Oakdale is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Oakdale?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Oakdale, New York. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Oakdale in December?

In Oakdale, New York, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Oakdale?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakdale?

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

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

The average day length in December in Oakdale, New York, is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Oakdale?

On the first day of December in Oakdale, New York, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakdale have in December?

In Oakdale, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Oakdale?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Oakdale?

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

Average temperature in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakdale, NY

Average pressure in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oakdale, NY

Average wind speed in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakdale, NY

Average humidity in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakdale, NY

Average rainfall in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakdale, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakdale, NY

Average snowfall in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakdale, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oakdale, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakdale, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakdale, NY

Average UV index in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Oakdale, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Oakdale, NY

Average visibility in December - Oakdale, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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