December weather forecastOrange Lake, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Orange Lake, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 26.8°F (-2.9°C).Temperature
In Orange Lake, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to Orange Lake.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In Orange Lake, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orange Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orange Lake, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.2 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 3.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in December
Orange Lake, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
