December weather forecastWest Saugerties, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Saugerties, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).Temperature
West Saugerties's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). West Saugerties's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in West Saugerties are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In West Saugerties, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Saugerties, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.7 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Saugerties, New York. December is the month with the most snowfall in West Saugerties. Snow falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in West Saugerties, New York, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in West Saugerties, New York, is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Saugerties, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 37°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 (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in December
West Saugerties, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
West Saugerties, 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 (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
West Saugerties, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
West Saugerties, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
West Saugerties, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Saugerties, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Saugerties, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Saugerties, 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: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Saugerties, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).
Average UV index in December
West Saugerties, 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
West Saugerties, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
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 33).
Average visibility in December
West Saugerties, NY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
