December weather forecastWhitehall, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Whitehall, New York, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Whitehall, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Whitehall, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitehall, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.4 snowfall days, and 21.54" (547mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Whitehall, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").
Average rainfall days in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 3.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Whitehall, 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: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Whitehall, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Whitehall, 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).
