December weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Pleasant Valley, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). In the month of December, an average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) marks the low-temperature in Pleasant Valley.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Pleasant Valley, New York, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Valley, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Valley, New York, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Valley. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pleasant Valley?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pleasant Valley, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Pleasant Valley?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Pleasant Valley in December?

In Pleasant Valley, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pleasant Valley in December?

In Pleasant Valley, New York, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pleasant Valley?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pleasant Valley, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Valley have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pleasant Valley?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Valley have in December?

In Pleasant Valley, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Valley?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Pleasant Valley, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Valley, 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 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Valley, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Valley, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Valley, NY

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Valley, 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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