December weather forecast
Charlotte, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Charlotte, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.3°F (2.4°C) and min 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Charlotte reaches an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Charlotte, New York, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Charlotte, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Charlotte. In Charlotte, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Charlotte, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.3 days and aggregates up to 20.63" (524mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Charlotte, New York, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Charlotte is 3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Charlotte. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Charlotte in December?

In Charlotte, 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Charlotte?

In December, the average relative humidity in Charlotte is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, New York, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, New York, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charlotte?

The month with the shortest days in Charlotte, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Charlotte?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Charlotte?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Charlotte, New York, is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Charlotte?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Charlotte, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Charlotte, NY

Average temperature in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Charlotte, NY

Average pressure in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Charlotte, NY

Average wind speed in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Charlotte, NY

Average humidity in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Charlotte, NY

Average rainfall in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Charlotte, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Charlotte, NY

Average snowfall in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Charlotte, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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
Charlotte, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Charlotte, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Charlotte, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Charlotte, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Charlotte, NY

Average visibility in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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