December weather forecast
Beacon, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Beacon, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

A shift in Beacon's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to Beacon.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Beacon, New York, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Beacon, New York, are October and December, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Beacon, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Beacon, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) 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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Beacon, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Beacon is 4.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Beacon, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Beacon in December?

In Beacon, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Beacon?

The months with the highest humidity in Beacon, New York, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Beacon?

The average relative humidity in December in Beacon, New York, is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Beacon?

The months with the most rainfall in Beacon, New York, are October and December, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Beacon in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Beacon in December?

In December, in Beacon, New York, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Beacon?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Beacon have in December?

In Beacon, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Beacon?

On the first day of December in Beacon, 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 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Beacon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Beacon is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Beacon?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Beacon, New York, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Beacon?

In Beacon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Beacon, NY

Average temperature in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°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 (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Beacon, NY

Average pressure in December - Beacon, 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
Beacon, NY

Average wind speed in December - Beacon, 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
Beacon, NY

Average humidity in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Beacon, NY

Average rainfall in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Beacon, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Beacon, NY

Average snowfall in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Beacon, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 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
Beacon, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beacon, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Beacon, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Beacon, NY

Average UV index in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Beacon, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Beacon, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Beacon, NY

Average visibility in December - Beacon, 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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