December weather forecast
Ferndale, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ferndale, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). Ferndale's average low-temperature in December is measured at a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ferndale, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.7 rainfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Ferndale in December has an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Ferndale?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ferndale, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ferndale, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ferndale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ferndale are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ferndale?

In Ferndale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ferndale, NY

Average temperature in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ferndale, NY

Average pressure in December - Ferndale, 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
Ferndale, NY

Average wind speed in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ferndale, NY

Average humidity in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ferndale, NY

Average rainfall in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Ferndale, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ferndale, NY

Average snowfall in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ferndale, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ferndale, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ferndale, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ferndale, NY

Average UV index in December - Ferndale, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ferndale, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Ferndale, NY

Average visibility in December - Ferndale, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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