December weather forecast
Rhinecliff, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Rhinecliff, New York, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). During the month of December, Rhinecliff anticipates a mean low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Rhinecliff, New York, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rhinecliff, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Rhinecliff, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rhinecliff is 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 Rhinecliff, New York. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rhinecliff in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rhinecliff, is 37.4°F (3°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Rhinecliff?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Rhinecliff.

What is the average humidity in December in Rhinecliff?

In Rhinecliff, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Rhinecliff in December?

In Rhinecliff, New York, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rhinecliff in December?

In December, in Rhinecliff, New York, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rhinecliff?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rhinecliff?

On the first day of December in Rhinecliff, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rhinecliff?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rhinecliff, New York, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rhinecliff?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rhinecliff?

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

Average temperature in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average pressure in December - Rhinecliff, 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
Rhinecliff, NY

Average wind speed in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

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
Rhinecliff, NY

Average humidity in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average rainfall in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average snowfall in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rhinecliff, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average UV index in December - Rhinecliff, 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
Rhinecliff, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Rhinecliff, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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 34).

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Average visibility in December
Rhinecliff, NY

Average visibility in December - Rhinecliff, 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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