December weather forecast
Guilderland, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Guilderland, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Guilderland experiences a steady low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Guilderland, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Guilderland, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 32.44" (824mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Guilderland, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Guilderland, there are 51.2 snowfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Guilderland in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Guilderland is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Guilderland, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Guilderland, 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, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Guilderland, NY

Average temperature in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average pressure in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average wind speed in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average humidity in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average rainfall in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average snowfall in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

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

Average sunshine days in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average UV index in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Guilderland, 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, NY

Average visibility in December - Guilderland, 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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