December weather forecast
Dalton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Dalton, New York, with an average temperature varying between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) from November's frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dalton is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dalton, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dalton, New York, in December, snow falls for 17.6 days, with typically accumulated 8.39" (213mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dalton, there are 96.3 snowfall days, and 46.38" (1178mm) 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 December in Dalton, New York, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dalton, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dalton are January and December, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dalton in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dalton, New York, are 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Dalton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dalton is 86%.

How much does it rain in Dalton in December?

In Dalton, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dalton?

In Dalton, in December, during 17.6 snowfall days, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dalton?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dalton, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Dalton have in December?

In Dalton, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dalton?

On the first day of December in Dalton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dalton?

In Dalton, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dalton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dalton?

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

Average temperature in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dalton, NY

Average pressure in December - Dalton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Dalton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dalton, NY

Average humidity in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dalton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dalton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dalton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dalton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 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
Dalton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dalton, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dalton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dalton, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dalton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Dalton, NY

Average visibility in December - Dalton, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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