December weather forecast
Flanders, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Flanders, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Flanders's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). An average temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) is logged during the nights of December in Flanders, a small step down from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Flanders, New York, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Flanders, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Flanders. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Flanders, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).
Note: Dipping into 48.9°F (9.4°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Flanders.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Flanders in December?

During December, Flanders experiences an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Flanders?

In December, the average relative humidity in Flanders, New York, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Flanders in December?

In Flanders, New York, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Flanders?

December is the first month it typically snows in Flanders. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Flanders?

In Flanders, in December, the average water temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). Swimming in 48.9°F (9.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Flanders?

The month with the shortest days in Flanders is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Flanders, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Flanders?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Flanders?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Flanders?

In Flanders, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Flanders?

The months with the lowest UV index in Flanders, New York, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Flanders?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Flanders, New York, is 2. A UV Index value 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
Flanders, NY

Average temperature in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Flanders, NY

Average pressure in December - Flanders, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Flanders, NY

Average wind speed in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 15mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Flanders, NY

Average humidity in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Flanders, NY

Average rainfall in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Flanders, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Flanders, NY

Average snowfall in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Flanders, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Flanders, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Flanders, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Flanders, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Flanders, NY

Average UV index in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Flanders, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Flanders, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Flanders, NY

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

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

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