December weather forecast
Plattekill, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Plattekill, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C). Plattekill in December experiences a low-temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Plattekill, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.6 rainfall days, and 29.53" (750mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plattekill, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Plattekill, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Plattekill, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Plattekill is 4.7h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Plattekill in December?

Plattekill in December has an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Plattekill?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Plattekill?

In Plattekill, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Plattekill?

In Plattekill, New York, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Plattekill in December?

In Plattekill, New York, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plattekill?

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

How many hours of daylight does Plattekill have in December?

The average day length in December in Plattekill, New York, is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Plattekill?

On the first day of December in Plattekill, New York, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Plattekill?

The average sunshine duration in December in Plattekill is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Plattekill?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Plattekill, New York, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Plattekill, NY

Average temperature in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Plattekill, NY

Average pressure in December - Plattekill, 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
Plattekill, NY

Average wind speed in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Plattekill, NY

Average humidity in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Plattekill, NY

Average rainfall in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Plattekill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plattekill, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plattekill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plattekill, 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 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plattekill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Plattekill, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Plattekill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Plattekill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Plattekill, NY

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

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

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