December weather forecast
Frankfort, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Frankfort, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°F (0.3°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C). An average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is recorded in the month of December in Frankfort.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Frankfort is 86%.

Rainfall

In Frankfort, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Frankfort, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Frankfort, in December, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.17" (182mm) of snow. In Frankfort, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.6 days and aggregates up to 32.8" (833mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Frankfort is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Frankfort. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Frankfort in December?

The high-temperature in Frankfort, New York, during December is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Frankfort?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, in December, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Frankfort?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Frankfort?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Frankfort have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Frankfort?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Frankfort?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Frankfort is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Frankfort, NY

Average temperature in December - Frankfort, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Frankfort, NY

Average pressure in December - Frankfort, 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
Frankfort, NY

Average wind speed in December - Frankfort, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Frankfort, NY

Average humidity in December - Frankfort, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Frankfort, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Frankfort, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Frankfort, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Frankfort, NY

Average snowfall in December - Frankfort, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Frankfort, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Frankfort, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frankfort, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Frankfort, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Frankfort, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Frankfort, NY

Average UV index in December - Frankfort, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Frankfort, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Frankfort, NY

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

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

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