December weather forecast
Poughkeepsie, NY

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The colorful houses, clear roads, and colored brown and golden trees in Poughkeepsie, New York
The colorful houses, clear roads, and colored brown and golden trees in Poughkeepsie, New York

Weather in December

December brings the full force of winter to Poughkeepsie, characterized by shorter days and chilly temperatures. The first snowfall and wintry weather makes the city a visual treat, heralding the holiday season. Compared to the more temperate November, December sees a stark change in weather as it is now undeniably in the grip of winter. Staying warm and cozy is requisite with temperatures peaking at a high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and plummeting to a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). Despite the cold, the magic of winter is in full display with the cityscape covered in a beautiful blanket of snow.

Temperature

December's arrival in Poughkeepsie coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Poughkeepsie observes an average nighttime temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Poughkeepsie.

Rainfall

In Poughkeepsie, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Poughkeepsie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.6 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Poughkeepsie, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following 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. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Poughkeepsie in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Poughkeepsie, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Poughkeepsie?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Poughkeepsie.

What is the average humidity in December in Poughkeepsie?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Poughkeepsie in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Poughkeepsie?

In Poughkeepsie, New York, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poughkeepsie?

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

How many hours of daylight does Poughkeepsie have in December?

In December, the average day length in Poughkeepsie, New York, is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Poughkeepsie?

On the first day of December in Poughkeepsie, New York, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poughkeepsie have in December?

In Poughkeepsie, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Poughkeepsie?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Poughkeepsie?

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

Average temperature in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average pressure in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average wind speed in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average humidity in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average rainfall in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average snowfall in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average UV index in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Poughkeepsie, 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
Poughkeepsie, NY

Average visibility in December - Poughkeepsie, 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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