December weather forecastWilliamstown, NY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Williamstown, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a still cold 32.7°F (0.4°C). Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.3 rainfall days, and 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Williamstown, in December, during 17.4 snowfall days, 10.55" (268mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Williamstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.5 days and aggregates up to 46.89" (1191mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Williamstown, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Williamstown, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.43"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 10.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Williamstown, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Williamstown, 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
Williamstown, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 72
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Williamstown, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
