December weather forecast
Scotchtown, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Scotchtown, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Scotchtown, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scotchtown, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Scotchtown, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Scotchtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Scotchtown, New York, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Scotchtown, the average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Scotchtown?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Scotchtown, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Scotchtown in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Scotchtown, during December, snow falls for 5.4 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 Scotchtown have in December?

In December, the average day length in Scotchtown is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:37 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 are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average temperature in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average pressure in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Scotchtown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average humidity in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scotchtown, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scotchtown, 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: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average UV index in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Scotchtown, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Scotchtown, NY

Average visibility in December - Scotchtown, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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