December weather forecast
Highland, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Highland, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

In Highland, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C). Highland, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Highland, New York, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Highland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.6 days and collects up to 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Highland, New York. In Highland, New York, in December, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Highland, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 8.58" (218mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 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.

Sunshine

In Highland, New York, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Highland during December?

In Highland, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Highland?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Highland?

In Highland, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Highland in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Highland in December?

In Highland, New York, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highland?

The month with the shortest days in Highland is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Highland?

In Highland, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highland, New York, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Highland, New York, is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Highland?

In Highland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index 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
Highland, NY

Average temperature in December - Highland, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°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 (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highland, NY

Average pressure in December - Highland, 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
Highland, NY

Average wind speed in December - Highland, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highland, NY

Average humidity in December - Highland, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highland, NY

Average rainfall in December - Highland, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highland, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Highland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highland, NY

Average snowfall in December - Highland, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highland, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Highland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Highland, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highland, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Highland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highland, NY

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Highland, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Highland, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Highland, NY

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

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

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