December weather forecast
Poestenkill, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Poestenkill, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

Poestenkill's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). An average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Poestenkill is 82%.

Rainfall

In Poestenkill, New York, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Poestenkill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Poestenkill, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Poestenkill, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 23.27" (591mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Poestenkill, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Poestenkill is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Poestenkill. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Poestenkill in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Poestenkill, is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poestenkill?

The average relative humidity in December in Poestenkill is 82%.

How much does it rain in Poestenkill in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Poestenkill?

In December, in Poestenkill, New York, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poestenkill?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Poestenkill have in December?

In Poestenkill, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Poestenkill?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poestenkill have in December?

In Poestenkill, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Poestenkill?

The months with the lowest UV index in Poestenkill, New York, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Poestenkill?

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

Average temperature in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average pressure in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average wind speed in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Poestenkill, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average rainfall in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average snowfall in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 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
Poestenkill, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average UV index in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Poestenkill, NY

Average visibility in December - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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