December weather forecast
Brainard, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Brainard, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

As Brainard enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) of November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). During December nights, Brainard witnesses a consistent average temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Brainard, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Brainard, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Brainard, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Brainard, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Brainard is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Brainard, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Brainard, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Brainard in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Brainard?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December in Brainard?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Brainard?

In Brainard, New York, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Brainard?

In Brainard, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Brainard?

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

How many hours of daylight does Brainard have in December?

In December, the average day length in Brainard, New York, is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Brainard?

On the first day of December in Brainard, New York, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brainard have in December?

In Brainard, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Brainard?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Brainard.

What is the UV index reading in December in Brainard?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Brainard, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Brainard, NY

Average pressure in December - Brainard, 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
Brainard, NY

Average wind speed in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Brainard, NY

Average humidity in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Brainard, NY

Average rainfall in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Brainard, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brainard, NY

Average snowfall in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brainard, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Brainard, NY

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brainard, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Brainard, NY

Average UV index in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Brainard, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Brainard, NY

Average visibility in December - Brainard, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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