December weather forecast
Verplanck, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Verplanck, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.9°F (4.4°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Verplanck, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Verplanck, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.4 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 39.9°F (4.4°C) and the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Verplanck, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Verplanck?

In Verplanck, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Verplanck have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Verplanck have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Verplanck?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Verplanck, NY

Average temperature in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Verplanck, NY

Average pressure in December - Verplanck, 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
Verplanck, NY

Average wind speed in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Verplanck, NY

Average humidity in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Verplanck, NY

Average rainfall in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Verplanck, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Verplanck, NY

Average snowfall in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Verplanck, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Verplanck, 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
Verplanck, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Verplanck, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Verplanck, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Verplanck, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Verplanck, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Verplanck, NY

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

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

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