December weather forecastBallston Lake, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ballston Lake, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 24.6°F (-4.1°C).Temperature
December brings a drop in Ballston Lake's average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) at night.Humidity
In Ballston Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Ballston Lake, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ballston Lake, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 22.4" (569mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ballston Lake, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Ballston Lake, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 34°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 (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Ballston Lake, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Ballston Lake, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 4.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
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).
Average visibility in December
Ballston Lake, NY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August and September (5mi).
