December weather forecast
Wynantskill, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Wynantskill, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in December.

Humidity

In Wynantskill, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wynantskill, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wynantskill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wynantskill, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wynantskill, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wynantskill, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wynantskill, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wynantskill, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

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 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wynantskill, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wynantskill?

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Wynantskill, NY

Average temperature in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average pressure in December - Wynantskill, 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
Wynantskill, NY

Average wind speed in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average humidity in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average rainfall in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average snowfall in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Wynantskill, NY

Average UV index in December - Wynantskill, 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
Wynantskill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Wynantskill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Wynantskill, NY

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

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

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