December weather forecast
Paul Smiths, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Paul Smiths, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Paul Smiths averages to a still subzero cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

In Paul Smiths, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Paul Smiths, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paul Smiths, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Paul Smiths, in December, snow falls for 22.2 days, with typically accumulated 11.46" (291mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Paul Smiths, there are 120.5 snowfall days, and 74.72" (1898mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Paul Smiths, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Paul Smiths, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Paul Smiths. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Paul Smiths in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Paul Smiths, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paul Smiths?

The average relative humidity in December in Paul Smiths, New York, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Paul Smiths in December?

In Paul Smiths, New York, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Paul Smiths in December?

In December, it is snowing for 22.2 days. Throughout December, 11.46" (291mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paul Smiths?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Paul Smiths, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Paul Smiths have in December?

The average day length in December in Paul Smiths is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paul Smiths?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paul Smiths?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Paul Smiths, New York, is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Paul Smiths?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Paul Smiths, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Paul Smiths?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average temperature in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°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 (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average pressure in December - Paul Smiths, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average wind speed in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average humidity in December - Paul Smiths, 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 (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average rainfall in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average snowfall in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paul Smiths, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average UV index in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Paul Smiths, NY

Average visibility in December - Paul Smiths, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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