December weather forecast
Charlotte, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Charlotte, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Charlotte, during December nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Charlotte, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Charlotte. In Charlotte, New York, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow. In Charlotte, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.3 days and aggregates up to 20.63" (524mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Charlotte, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Charlotte, New York, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Charlotte, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Charlotte have in December?

In Charlotte, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Charlotte have in December?

In Charlotte, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Charlotte, NY

Average temperature in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Charlotte, NY

Average pressure in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Charlotte, NY

Average wind speed in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Charlotte, NY

Average humidity in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Charlotte, NY

Average rainfall in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Charlotte, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Charlotte, NY

Average snowfall in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Charlotte, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Charlotte, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Charlotte, NY

Average UV index in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Charlotte, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Charlotte, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Charlotte, NY

Average visibility in December - Charlotte, 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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