December weather forecast
West Copake, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Copake, New York, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's chilly 46°F (7.8°C) to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). An average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is noted during the nights in December in West Copake.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Copake, New York, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Copake, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Copake, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.3 snowfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Copake, New York, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in West Copake, the average high-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Copake, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Copake, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in West Copake, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Copake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In West Copake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Copake, NY

Average temperature in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
West Copake, NY

Average pressure in December - West Copake, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Copake, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
West Copake, NY

Average humidity in December - West Copake, 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
West Copake, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
West Copake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Copake, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Copake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Copake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Copake, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Copake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
West Copake, NY

Average UV index in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Copake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
West Copake, NY

Average visibility in December - West Copake, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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