December weather forecast
Pawling, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Pawling, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Pawling's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December nights, Pawling experiences a consistent temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pawling, in December, during 7.4 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pawling is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pawling, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pawling, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pawling, in December, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pawling?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pawling?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pawling, NY

Average temperature in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pawling, NY

Average pressure in December - Pawling, 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
Pawling, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Pawling, NY

Average humidity in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Pawling, NY

Average rainfall in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Pawling, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pawling, NY

Average snowfall in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pawling, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pawling, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pawling, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pawling, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Pawling, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Pawling, NY

Average visibility in December - Pawling, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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