December weather forecast
West Sand Lake, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Sand Lake, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.2°F and min 23.9°F.

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45°F in November to a cold 34.2°F. An average low-temperature of 23.9°F marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Sand Lake, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.89" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Sand Lake, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 24.17" of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Sand Lake are January through May, October through December. In West Sand Lake, New York, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" of snow. In West Sand Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 23.27" of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in West Sand Lake, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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FAQ

How cold is it in West Sand Lake in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Sand Lake, is 34.2°F and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F.

What is the average humidity in December in West Sand Lake?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in West Sand Lake in December?

In West Sand Lake, New York, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.89" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Sand Lake in December?

In West Sand Lake, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 4.53" of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Sand Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in West Sand Lake, New York, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Sand Lake?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Sand Lake?

On the first day of December in West Sand Lake, New York, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Sand Lake?

In West Sand Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Sand Lake?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Sand Lake.

What is the UV index reading in December in West Sand Lake?

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

Average temperature in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - West Sand 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 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
West Sand Lake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Sand Lake, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - West Sand Lake, 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
West Sand Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average visibility in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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