December weather forecast
South Schodack, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Schodack, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, South Schodack observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). South Schodack experiences an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) in month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in South Schodack, New York, is 82%.

Rainfall

In South Schodack, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.6 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Schodack, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Schodack, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Schodack.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in South Schodack, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), 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 South Schodack, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In South Schodack, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Schodack have in December?

In South Schodack, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in South Schodack?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in South Schodack 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
South Schodack, NY

Average temperature in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
South Schodack, NY

Average pressure in December - South Schodack, 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).

Average wind speed in December
South Schodack, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
South Schodack, NY

Average humidity in December - South Schodack, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
South Schodack, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
South Schodack, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Schodack, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Schodack, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Schodack, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Schodack, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Schodack, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
South Schodack, NY

Average UV index in December - South Schodack, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
South Schodack, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Schodack, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
South Schodack, NY

Average visibility in December - South Schodack, 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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