December weather forecast
Franklin, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Franklin, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Franklin's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a still cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). In Franklin, December nights cool down to an average of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Franklin.

Rainfall

In Franklin, New York, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Franklin, New York. In December, it is snowing for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.9 days and aggregates up to 48.23" (1225mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Franklin, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Franklin in December?

The high-temperature in Franklin, New York, during December is 32.9°F (0.5°C) and the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Franklin?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Franklin in December?

In December, in Franklin, it is snowing for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Franklin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, New York, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Franklin, New York, is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franklin?

The months with the lowest UV index in Franklin are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Franklin?

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

Average temperature in December
Franklin, NY

Average temperature in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin, NY

Average pressure in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin, NY

Average humidity in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin, NY

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin, NY

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin, NY

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Franklin, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Franklin, NY

Average visibility in December - Franklin, 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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