December weather forecast
Ballston Lake, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ballston Lake, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). In Ballston Lake, the December nights cool down to an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ballston Lake, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ballston Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 22.4" (569mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ballston Lake, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Ballston Lake, New York, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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, in Ballston Lake, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ballston Lake?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ballston Lake, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ballston Lake?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ballston Lake?

In Ballston Lake, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ballston Lake?

In Ballston Lake, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ballston Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ballston Lake, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ballston Lake have in December?

In Ballston Lake, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ballston Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ballston Lake, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ballston Lake?

In Ballston Lake, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ballston Lake?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ballston Lake?

In Ballston Lake, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average pressure in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average humidity in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average UV index in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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Average visibility in December
Ballston Lake, NY

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).

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