December weather forecastFort Salonga, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fort Salonga, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).Temperature
The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Fort Salonga experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) throughout December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In Fort Salonga, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Salonga, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 35.94" (913mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fort Salonga, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.4 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Fort Salonga, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 43.3°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 (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Fort Salonga, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Fort Salonga, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Fort Salonga, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Fort Salonga, 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).
