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
In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In Lake Placid, in December, the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).Humidity
In Lake Placid, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Lake Placid, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lake Placid. In Lake Placid, during 22.3 snowfall days, 12.91" (328mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Placid, during the entire year, snow falls for 120.6 days and aggregates up to 82.28" (2090mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Lake Placid is December, with an average of 8h and 55min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Lake Placid is 2.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
FAQ
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Average temperature in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 27.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 12.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 75
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in December
Lake Placid, NY
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (4mi).
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