December weather forecast
Putnam Lake, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Putnam Lake, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Putnam Lake's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Putnam Lake observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Putnam Lake is 79%.

Rainfall

In Putnam Lake, New York, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Putnam Lake. In Putnam Lake, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Putnam Lake, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Putnam Lake, New York, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Putnam Lake. 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: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Putnam Lake in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Putnam Lake, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Putnam Lake?

The average relative humidity in December in Putnam Lake, New York, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Putnam Lake?

In December, in Putnam Lake, New York, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Putnam Lake in December?

In Putnam Lake, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Putnam Lake?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Putnam Lake, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Putnam Lake have in December?

In Putnam Lake, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Putnam Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Putnam Lake?

The average sunshine duration in December in Putnam Lake is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Putnam Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Putnam Lake?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Putnam Lake is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average temperature in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - Putnam Lake, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average visibility in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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