December weather forecast
Alexandria Bay, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Alexandria Bay, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures is noticed in December, marking the average low at a still subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Alexandria Bay is 84%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria Bay, New York, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alexandria Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).
Note: Caution: 41.7°F (5.4°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Alexandria Bay. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alexandria Bay, is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Alexandria Bay, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alexandria Bay, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Alexandria Bay, during December, snow falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Alexandria Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 41.7°F (5.4°C). Swimming in 41.7°F (5.4°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria Bay have in December?

In Alexandria Bay, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Alexandria Bay, New York, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Alexandria Bay, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average temperature in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average pressure in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average wind speed in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average humidity in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average rainfall in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average snowfall in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 41.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.9°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h 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: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average UV index in December - Alexandria Bay, 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
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average visibility in December - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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