December weather forecastHighland Falls, NY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Highland Falls, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).Temperature
December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). Throughout the nights in December, Highland Falls experiences an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Humidity
February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Highland Falls.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Highland Falls, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Highland Falls, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 39°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 (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in December
Highland Falls, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Highland Falls, 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 (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 42min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Highland Falls, NY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
