December weather forecast
Kirkwood, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kirkwood, New York, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kirkwood is 85%.

Rainfall

In Kirkwood, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.2 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kirkwood are January through May, October through December. In Kirkwood, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. In Kirkwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 21.1" (536mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kirkwood.
On the first day of December in Kirkwood, New York, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kirkwood is 3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kirkwood, New York. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kirkwood in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kirkwood are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Kirkwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Kirkwood is 85%.

How much does it rain in Kirkwood in December?

In December, in Kirkwood, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kirkwood in December?

In Kirkwood, New York, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kirkwood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kirkwood have in December?

In Kirkwood, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kirkwood?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kirkwood?

In Kirkwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kirkwood?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kirkwood, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kirkwood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kirkwood is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average temperature in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average pressure in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average wind speed in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average humidity in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average rainfall in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average snowfall in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 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
Kirkwood, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirkwood, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kirkwood, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kirkwood, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Kirkwood, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Kirkwood, NY

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

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

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