Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Saranac Lake's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at 18.1°F (-7.7°C).Humidity
In Saranac Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In December, in Saranac Lake, New York, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saranac Lake, 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 Saranac Lake, in December, during 22.2 snowfall days, 11.46" (291mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Saranac Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 120.5 days and aggregates up to 74.72" (1898mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in Saranac Lake, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Saranac Lake is 2.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Saranac Lake are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Saranac Lake?
What is the average humidity in December in Saranac Lake?
How much does it rain in Saranac Lake in December?
How much does it snow in Saranac Lake in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Saranac Lake?
How many hours of daylight does Saranac Lake have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Saranac Lake?
How long on average sun shines in December in Saranac Lake?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saranac Lake?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Saranac Lake?
Average temperature in December
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac 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 (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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).
Average sunshine days in December
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, 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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