December weather forecast
Guilderland Center, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Guilderland Center, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Guilderland Center experiences an average low-temperature reading of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Guilderland Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 32.44" (824mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Guilderland Center, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow. In Guilderland Center, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.2 days and aggregates up to 32.09" (815mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Guilderland Center, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Guilderland Center, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Guilderland Center, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 6.81" (173mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Guilderland Center have in December?

In Guilderland Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Guilderland Center, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Guilderland Center, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average temperature in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average pressure in December - Guilderland Center, 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
Guilderland Center, NY

Average wind speed in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average humidity in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average rainfall in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average snowfall in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Guilderland Center, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average UV index in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Guilderland Center, NY

Average visibility in December - Guilderland Center, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August and September (5mi).

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