December weather forecast
Shokan, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Shokan, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Shokan's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). Shokan's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shokan, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shokan, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.3 days and aggregates up to 23.78" (604mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shokan, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Shokan in December?

In Shokan, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Shokan, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shokan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Shokan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shokan, NY

Average temperature in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Shokan, NY

Average pressure in December - Shokan, 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
Shokan, NY

Average wind speed in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

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
Shokan, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Shokan, NY

Average rainfall in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Shokan, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shokan, NY

Average snowfall in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shokan, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Shokan, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Shokan, NY

Average UV index in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Shokan, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Shokan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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 35).

Average visibility in December
Shokan, NY

Average visibility in December - Shokan, 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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