December weather forecast
Tappan, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tappan, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.7°F (5.4°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Tappan's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). An average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

In Tappan, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Tappan. In Tappan, in December, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Tappan, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tappan are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Tappan in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tappan, is 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tappan?

In December, the average relative humidity in Tappan is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Tappan?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Tappan, New York. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Tappan?

In December, in Tappan, New York, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Tappan in December?

In Tappan, in December, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tappan?

December has the shortest days of the year in Tappan, New York, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tappan have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tappan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tappan, New York, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tappan?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tappan?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tappan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tappan, NY

Average temperature in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tappan, NY

Average pressure in December - Tappan, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Tappan, NY

Average wind speed in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tappan, NY

Average humidity in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tappan, NY

Average rainfall in December - Tappan, 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 September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tappan, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tappan, NY

Average snowfall in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Tappan, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tappan, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tappan, NY

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

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tappan, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Tappan, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Tappan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Tappan, NY

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

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

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