December weather forecast
Balcom Corners, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Balcom Corners, 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

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Nighttime temperatures record an average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Balcom Corners, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Balcom Corners, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.3 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Balcom Corners, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Balcom Corners, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.1 snowfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Balcom Corners, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Balcom Corners, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Balcom Corners have in December?

The average day length in December in Balcom Corners is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Balcom Corners have in December?

In Balcom Corners, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Balcom Corners 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
Balcom Corners, NY

Average temperature in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average pressure in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average wind speed in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average humidity in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average rainfall in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average snowfall in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average UV index in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Balcom Corners, NY

Average visibility in December - Balcom Corners, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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