December weather forecastRifton, NY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Rifton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). An average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, in Rifton, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rifton, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rifton, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rifton.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rifton, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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).
Average pressure in December
Rifton, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rifton, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
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).
Average humidity in December
Rifton, NY
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Rifton, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in December
Rifton, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rifton, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 3.82"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rifton, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rifton, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rifton, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Rifton, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Rifton, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Rifton, 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).
