December weather forecast
Fort Edward, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Edward, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Fort Edward, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Fort Edward, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.1 rainfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fort Edward, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fort Edward, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fort Edward, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Edward, New York, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fort Edward?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fort Edward, records 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Edward?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Fort Edward in December?

In Fort Edward, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Fort Edward?

In Fort Edward, New York, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Edward?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Edward?

In Fort Edward, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Edward?

On the first day of December in Fort Edward, New York, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Edward have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fort Edward is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Edward?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fort Edward?

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

Average temperature in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average pressure in December - Fort Edward, 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
Fort Edward, NY

Average wind speed in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average humidity in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average rainfall in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average snowfall in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 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
Fort Edward, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Edward, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average UV index in December - Fort Edward, 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
Fort Edward, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Edward, NY

Average visibility in December - Fort Edward, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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