December weather forecast
Poughquag, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Poughquag, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December nights, Poughquag experiences a consistent temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Poughquag.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Poughquag is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Poughquag, New York, in December, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Poughquag is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Poughquag, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Poughquag. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Poughquag?

During December, Poughquag experiences an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Poughquag?

The months with the highest humidity in Poughquag are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Poughquag?

In December, the average relative humidity in Poughquag, New York, is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Poughquag?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Poughquag?

In Poughquag, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Poughquag in December?

In Poughquag, New York, during December, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poughquag?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Poughquag?

On the first day of December in Poughquag, New York, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poughquag have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Poughquag?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Poughquag, New York.

How high is the UV index in December in Poughquag?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Poughquag, New York, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poughquag, NY

Average temperature in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Poughquag, NY

Average pressure in December - Poughquag, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Poughquag, NY

Average wind speed in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Poughquag, NY

Average humidity in December - Poughquag, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Poughquag, NY

Average rainfall in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Poughquag, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Poughquag, NY

Average snowfall in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Poughquag, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 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
Poughquag, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poughquag, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Poughquag, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Poughquag, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Poughquag, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Poughquag, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Poughquag, NY

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

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

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