Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Throughout the December nights, Ghent encounters a low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Ghent, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ghent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.1 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ghent, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ghent, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 15.98" (406mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Ghent is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Ghent, New York, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Ghent?
What are the most humid months in Ghent?
What is the average humidity in December in Ghent?
How much does it rain in Ghent in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Ghent?
What is the month with the shortest days in Ghent?
What is the average length of the day in December in Ghent?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ghent?
How many hours of sunshine does Ghent have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ghent?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Ghent?
Average temperature in December
Ghent, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Ghent, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Ghent, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Ghent, NY
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Ghent, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Ghent, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ghent, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ghent, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ghent, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ghent, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Ghent, NY
- Average UV index in December: 2
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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ghent, 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 and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Ghent, NY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
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