December weather forecast
Saugerties, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Saugerties, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Saugerties witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Saugerties, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.7 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Saugerties is December, when snow falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saugerties, records 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Saugerties, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saugerties, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Saugerties have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saugerties, NY

Average temperature in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Saugerties, NY

Average pressure in December - Saugerties, 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
Saugerties, NY

Average wind speed in December - Saugerties, 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 (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Saugerties, NY

Average humidity in December - Saugerties, 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
Saugerties, NY

Average rainfall in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Saugerties, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saugerties, NY

Average snowfall in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saugerties, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saugerties, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saugerties, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Saugerties, NY

Average UV index in December - Saugerties, 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
Saugerties, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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 33).

Average visibility in December
Saugerties, NY

Average visibility in December - Saugerties, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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