December weather forecastPaul Smiths, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Paul Smiths, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and max 28.2°F (-2.1°C).Temperature
With the onset of December, Paul Smiths experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In Paul Smiths, the average low-temperature during the month of December is 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, New York, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Paul Smiths, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Paul Smiths, in December, during 22.2 snowfall days, 11.46" (291mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 snowfall days, and 74.72" (1898mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, 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 Paul Smiths, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Paul Smiths, NY
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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 42min
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
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).
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).
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).
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).
