December weather forecast
Greenwood Lake, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Greenwood Lake, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Greenwood Lake's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). During December, Greenwood Lake experiences an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at night.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Greenwood Lake, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Greenwood Lake, New York, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Greenwood Lake, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Greenwood Lake is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Greenwood Lake in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Greenwood Lake, is 38.8°F (3.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Greenwood Lake?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Greenwood Lake.

What is the average humidity in December in Greenwood Lake?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Greenwood Lake?

In December, in Greenwood Lake, New York, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Greenwood Lake in December?

In Greenwood Lake, New York, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenwood Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Greenwood Lake, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Greenwood Lake?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Greenwood Lake?

On the first day of December in Greenwood Lake, New York, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenwood Lake have in December?

In Greenwood Lake, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Greenwood Lake?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Greenwood Lake, New York.

What is the UV index reading in December in Greenwood Lake?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Greenwood Lake 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
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average temperature in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Greenwood Lake, NY

Average visibility in December - Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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