December weather forecast
Colonie, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colonie, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Colonie experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colonie, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Colonie, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 5.63" (143mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Colonie, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Colonie, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Colonie are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Colonie?

In December, in Colonie, the average high-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colonie?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Colonie in December?

In Colonie, New York, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Colonie?

In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 5.63" (143mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colonie?

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

How many hours of daylight does Colonie have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Colonie?

On the first day of December in Colonie, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colonie have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

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 Colonie?

In Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colonie, NY

Average pressure in December - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

Average wind speed in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Colonie, NY

Average humidity in December - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

Average rainfall in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colonie, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colonie, NY

Average snowfall in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colonie, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.3 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
Colonie, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colonie, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colonie, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Colonie, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colonie, NY

Average UV index in December - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

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

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

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