December weather forecast
Troy, NY

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Weather in December

December sees Troy plunging into winter as the year wraps up. The cold temperatures from November intensify with lows reaching 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The city drapes itself in winter cloaks, with frost adorning windows and snowflakes swirling in the wind. Hints of snow start appearing towards the end of the month, heralding the arrival of a snowy festive season. Overall, December brings a mix of chilly temperatures, limited sunshine, and potential snow, setting the tone for a winter wonderland in Troy.

Temperature

December in Troy comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Troy experiences a mean temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Troy, New York, there are 162.8 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Troy. In Troy, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.55" (141mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Troy, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Troy, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Troy, New York, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Troy in December?

Troy in December has an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Troy?

In December, the average relative humidity in Troy, New York, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Troy in December?

In Troy, New York, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Troy?

In December, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Troy?

December has the shortest days of the year in Troy, New York, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Troy is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Troy?

On the first day of December in Troy, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Troy?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Troy, New York, is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Troy?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Troy.

How high is the UV index in December in Troy?

In Troy, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Troy, NY

Average temperature in December - Troy, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Troy, NY

Average pressure in December - Troy, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Troy, NY

Average wind speed in December - Troy, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Troy, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Troy, NY

Average rainfall in December - Troy, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Troy, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Troy, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Troy, NY

Average snowfall in December - Troy, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Troy, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Troy, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 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
Troy, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Troy, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Troy, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Troy, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Troy, NY

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

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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Troy, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Troy, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Troy, NY

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

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

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