December weather forecast
Fishkill, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Fishkill, New York, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The wettest months in Fishkill are October and December, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fishkill, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Fishkill, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fishkill, there are 34.9 snowfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Fishkill, New York, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Fishkill, New York, is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Fishkill?

In Fishkill, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Fishkill?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Fishkill?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Fishkill?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December in Fishkill?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Fishkill?

In Fishkill, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fishkill?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fishkill have in December?

In Fishkill, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fishkill?

On the first day of December in Fishkill, New York, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fishkill have in December?

In Fishkill, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Fishkill, New York.

What is the UV index reading in December in Fishkill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fishkill, NY

Average temperature in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fishkill, NY

Average pressure in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Fishkill, NY

Average wind speed in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fishkill, NY

Average humidity in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fishkill, NY

Average rainfall in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fishkill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fishkill, NY

Average snowfall in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fishkill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 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
Fishkill, NY

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fishkill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fishkill, NY

Average UV index in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fishkill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Fishkill, NY

Average visibility in December - Fishkill, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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