December weather forecast
Schodack Landing, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Schodack Landing, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Schodack Landing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Schodack Landing, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 snowfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Schodack Landing, is 34.9°F (1.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°F (-4.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Schodack Landing?

In Schodack Landing, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Schodack Landing, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Schodack Landing, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Schodack Landing, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average temperature in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average pressure in December - Schodack Landing, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average wind speed in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average humidity in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average rainfall in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average snowfall in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Schodack Landing, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average UV index in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Schodack Landing, NY

Average visibility in December - Schodack Landing, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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