Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). Highland Falls temperatures generally rest at a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the December nights.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
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Highland Falls. In Highland Falls, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Highland Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.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, in Highland Falls, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Highland Falls, the average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it snow in Highland Falls in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Highland Falls?
What is the average length of the day in December in Highland Falls?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland Falls?
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When is the lowest UV index in Highland Falls?
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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 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 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).
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