December weather forecast
Cohoes, NY

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Cohoes, New York, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature drops from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). In December, in Cohoes, the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cohoes, New York, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cohoes, 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 Cohoes, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow. In Cohoes, 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 in Cohoes, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cohoes, the average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Cohoes?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cohoes, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). in July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cohoes?

In Cohoes, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cohoes?

In Cohoes, New York, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cohoes?

In Cohoes, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cohoes?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Cohoes?

In Cohoes, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cohoes?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cohoes, New York, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cohoes?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cohoes, New York, is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Cohoes?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cohoes, NY

Average temperature in December - Cohoes, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Cohoes, NY

Average pressure in December - Cohoes, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Cohoes, NY

Average wind speed in December - Cohoes, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Cohoes, NY

Average humidity in December - Cohoes, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cohoes, NY

Average rainfall in December - Cohoes, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cohoes, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Cohoes, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Cohoes, NY

Average snowfall in December - Cohoes, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cohoes, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Cohoes, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cohoes, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 17min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cohoes, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Cohoes, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Cohoes, NY

Average UV index in December - Cohoes, 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
Cohoes, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Cohoes, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Cohoes, NY

Average visibility in December - Cohoes, 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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