Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Fort Plain's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). In Fort Plain, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Plain, in December, during 14 snowfall days, 6.93" (176mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 33.58" (853mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Fort Plain, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Fort Plain, 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
Fort Plain, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 6.93"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 14 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h 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 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average UV index in December: 1
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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Fort Plain, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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