December weather forecast
Wappingers Falls, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wappingers Falls, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In December, Wappingers Falls reports a consistent average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wappingers Falls, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wappingers Falls, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wappingers Falls are January through May, October through December. In Wappingers Falls, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Wappingers Falls, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.9 days and aggregates up to 16.57" (421mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wappingers Falls, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Wappingers Falls, New York, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wappingers Falls, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wappingers Falls are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Wappingers Falls during December?

In Wappingers Falls, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Wappingers Falls?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Wappingers Falls?

The average relative humidity in December in Wappingers Falls, New York, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wappingers Falls?

In Wappingers Falls, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wappingers Falls in December?

In Wappingers Falls, New York, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wappingers Falls?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wappingers Falls, New York.

What is the average length of the day in December in Wappingers Falls?

In Wappingers Falls, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wappingers Falls?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wappingers Falls, New York, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wappingers Falls?

In Wappingers Falls, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wappingers Falls?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wappingers Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Wappingers Falls is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average temperature in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average pressure in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average wind speed in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average humidity in December - Wappingers Falls, 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
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average rainfall in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average snowfall in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.8 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
Wappingers Falls, NY

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average UV index in December - Wappingers Falls, 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
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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 36).

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Average visibility in December
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average visibility in December - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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