Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C). New Paltz's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the nights.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Paltz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.6 days and collects up to 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in New Paltz. In December, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Paltz, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Paltz.On the first day of December in New Paltz, New York, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in New Paltz in December?
What are the most humid months in New Paltz?
What is the average humidity in December in New Paltz?
How many days does it rain in December in New Paltz?
How many days does it snow in December in New Paltz?
What is the month with the shortest days in New Paltz?
How many hours of daylight does New Paltz have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Paltz?
How long on average sun shines in December in New Paltz?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Paltz?
How high is the UV index in December in New Paltz?
Average temperature in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in December
New Paltz, 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).
Average wind speed in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
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: 4h and 5min
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
New Paltz, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
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 35).
Average visibility in December
New Paltz, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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