December weather forecast
West Coxsackie, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Coxsackie, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). In West Coxsackie, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Coxsackie, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Coxsackie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Coxsackie, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. In West Coxsackie, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.8 days and aggregates up to 22.6" (574mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In West Coxsackie, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed 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 Coxsackie, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Coxsackie, New York, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in West Coxsackie is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Coxsackie have in December?

In West Coxsackie, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Coxsackie have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in West Coxsackie is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average pressure in December - West Coxsackie, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average humidity in December - West Coxsackie, 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 Coxsackie, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Coxsackie, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
West Coxsackie, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Coxsackie, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Coxsackie, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
West Coxsackie, NY

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

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

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