December weather forecast
Palentown, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Palentown, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

As Palentown, New York, enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) of November to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). Throughout December nights, Palentown experiences a consistent temperature average of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Palentown, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palentown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.8 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Palentown, New York, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.8 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Palentown, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Palentown?

In Palentown, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Palentown?

The months with the highest humidity in Palentown are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Palentown?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Palentown?

In Palentown, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Palentown?

In Palentown, New York, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palentown?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Palentown, New York, is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Palentown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palentown, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Palentown?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Palentown?

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

Average temperature in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palentown, NY

Average pressure in December - Palentown, 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
Palentown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palentown, NY

Average humidity in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palentown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palentown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palentown, NY

Average snowfall in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palentown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 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
Palentown, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palentown, 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 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palentown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palentown, NY

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Palentown, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Palentown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Palentown, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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