December weather forecast
Waterford, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Waterford, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). In Waterford, the expected average low-temperature for December is a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Waterford is 81%.

Rainfall

In Waterford, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.8 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Waterford, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Waterford, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Waterford, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Waterford is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Waterford?

The high-temperature in Waterford during December is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Waterford?

In Waterford, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Waterford in December?

In Waterford, New York, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Waterford?

In Waterford, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waterford?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Waterford have in December?

In Waterford, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Waterford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waterford, New York, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waterford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Waterford is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Waterford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Waterford?

In Waterford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Waterford, NY

Average temperature in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Waterford, NY

Average pressure in December - Waterford, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Waterford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Waterford, NY

Average humidity in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Waterford, NY

Average rainfall in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Waterford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Waterford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Waterford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 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
Waterford, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Waterford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Waterford, NY

Average UV index in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Waterford, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Waterford, NY

Average visibility in December - Waterford, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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