December weather forecast
Alden, NY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

With the onset of December, Alden experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). Alden observes an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during the slightly cooler nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Alden is 85%.

Rainfall

In Alden, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Alden, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alden, in December, during 15.8 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alden, there are 78.6 snowfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Alden, New York, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Alden in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Alden, is 34.9°F (1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alden?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alden?

In December, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alden in December?

In Alden, New York, in December, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alden?

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

How many hours of daylight does Alden have in December?

In December, the average day length in Alden is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Alden?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Alden have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alden?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Alden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Alden is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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, NY

Average temperature in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average pressure in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average wind speed in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average humidity in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average rainfall in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average snowfall in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Alden, 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, NY

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

Average sunshine days in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average UV index in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Alden, 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, NY

Average visibility in December - Alden, 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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