December weather forecast
Valley Cottage, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Valley Cottage, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 41°F (5°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). Nighttime temperature in Valley Cottage dips to a mean of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Valley Cottage are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Valley Cottage, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Valley Cottage, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. In Valley Cottage, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Valley Cottage, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Valley Cottage?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Valley Cottage, is 41°F (5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Valley Cottage?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Valley Cottage, New York.

What is the average humidity in December in Valley Cottage?

In December, the average relative humidity in Valley Cottage is 77%.

How much does it rain in Valley Cottage in December?

In Valley Cottage, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Valley Cottage in December?

In Valley Cottage, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Valley Cottage?

December has the shortest days of the year in Valley Cottage, New York, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Valley Cottage have in December?

In Valley Cottage, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Valley Cottage?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Valley Cottage have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Valley Cottage is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Valley Cottage?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Valley Cottage?

In Valley Cottage, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average temperature in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average pressure in December - Valley Cottage, 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
Valley Cottage, NY

Average wind speed in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average humidity in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average rainfall in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average snowfall in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average UV index in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Valley Cottage, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Valley Cottage, NY

Average visibility in December - Valley Cottage, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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