December weather forecast
Fort Plain, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fort Plain, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Fort Plain experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Fort Plain is 84%.

Rainfall

In Fort Plain, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Plain, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Plain are January through May, October through December. In Fort Plain, in December, snow falls for 14 days, with typically accumulated 6.93" (176mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fort Plain, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 33.58" (853mm) 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 Fort Plain, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates 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. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fort Plain?

December temperatures in Fort Plain vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Plain?

The average relative humidity in December in Fort Plain, New York, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Fort Plain in December?

In Fort Plain, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In December, in Fort Plain, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout December, 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The month with the shortest days in Fort Plain is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Plain have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fort Plain, New York, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Plain?

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

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Plain, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°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 Plain, NY

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

Average wind speed in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Plain, NY

Average humidity in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Plain, NY

Average rainfall in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Plain, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Plain, NY

Average snowfall in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Plain, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 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 Plain, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Plain, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Plain, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Plain, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Plain, NY

Average visibility in December - Fort Plain, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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