December weather forecast
Catskill, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Catskill, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Catskill experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). In Catskill, an average nighttime temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Catskill, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Catskill, 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 December, in Catskill, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In Catskill, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Catskill, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Catskill is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Catskill are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Catskill in December?

In December, in Catskill, 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. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Catskill?

The average relative humidity in December in Catskill, New York, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Catskill?

In Catskill, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Catskill?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Catskill?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Catskill, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Catskill have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Catskill?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Catskill?

The average sunshine duration in December in Catskill is 4.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Catskill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Catskill, NY

Average temperature in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Catskill, NY

Average pressure in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Catskill, NY

Average wind speed in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Catskill, NY

Average humidity in December - Catskill, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Catskill, NY

Average rainfall in December - Catskill, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Catskill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Catskill, NY

Average snowfall in December - Catskill, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Catskill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Catskill, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Catskill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Catskill, NY

Average UV index in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Catskill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Catskill, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Catskill, NY

Average visibility in December - Catskill, 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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