December weather forecast
Raquette Lake, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raquette Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.4°F (-7°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Raquette Lake's temperature drops to an average low of 19.4°F (-7°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Raquette Lake, New York, is 88%.

Rainfall

In Raquette Lake, New York, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Raquette Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163 days and collects up to 40.63" (1032mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Raquette Lake. In Raquette Lake, during December, snow falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.86" (352mm) of snow. In Raquette Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.2 days and aggregates up to 82.4" (2093mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Raquette Lake.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Raquette Lake, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Raquette Lake in December?

In Raquette Lake, in December, the average high-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raquette Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity in Raquette Lake is 88%.

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

In Raquette Lake, in December, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Raquette Lake in December?

In December, in Raquette Lake, it is snowing for 19.5 days. Throughout December, 13.86" (352mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In Raquette Lake, New York, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Raquette Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Raquette Lake have in December?

In Raquette Lake, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Raquette Lake?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Raquette Lake is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average temperature in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°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 (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - Raquette Lake, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.9 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
Raquette Lake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Raquette Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Raquette Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
Raquette Lake, NY

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

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

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