December weather forecast
Alden Center, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Alden Center, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Alden Center sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). Alden Center, during December nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Alden Center, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Alden Center, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alden Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.6 days and aggregates up to 25.24" (641mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Alden Center experiences an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alden Center, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Alden Center?

In December, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Alden Center have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Alden Center, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alden Center have in December?

In Alden Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Alden Center, NY

Average temperature in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Alden Center, NY

Average pressure in December - Alden Center, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alden Center, NY

Average wind speed in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Alden Center, NY

Average humidity in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Alden Center, NY

Average rainfall in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Alden Center, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alden Center, NY

Average snowfall in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alden Center, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alden Center, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alden Center, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alden Center, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Alden Center, NY

Average UV index in December - Alden Center, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Alden Center, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Alden Center, NY

Average visibility in December - Alden Center, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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