December weather forecast
Poughquag, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Poughquag, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in Poughquag's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). An average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) is observed during the December nights.

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 December, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Poughquag, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Poughquag?

The months with the highest humidity in Poughquag are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

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.

How much does it rain in December?

In Poughquag, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Poughquag in December?

In Poughquag, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Poughquag have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 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.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poughquag, NY

Average temperature in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average pressure in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average wind speed in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average humidity in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average rainfall in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average snowfall in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

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

Average sunshine days in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average UV index in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Poughquag, 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
Poughquag, NY

Average visibility in December - Poughquag, 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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