December weather forecast
West Nyack, NY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

During the transition into December, West Nyack observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41°F (5°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Nyack, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Nyack, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Nyack, 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 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in West Nyack, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41°F (5°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in West Nyack?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Nyack, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 West Nyack have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Nyack is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Nyack, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average pressure in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

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

Average rainfall in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average UV index in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Nyack, 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
West Nyack, NY

Average visibility in December - West Nyack, 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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