December weather forecast
Haines Falls, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Haines Falls, New York, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Haines Falls are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Haines Falls, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.8 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Haines Falls are January through May, October through December. In Haines Falls, in December, during 13.6 snowfall days, 9.13" (232mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.1 snowfall days, and 51.18" (1300mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Haines Falls, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Haines Falls, New York. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Haines Falls?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Haines Falls?

The months with the highest humidity in Haines Falls are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December in Haines Falls?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Haines Falls in December?

In December, in Haines Falls, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Haines Falls?

In December, in Haines Falls, New York, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Haines Falls?

The month with the shortest days in Haines Falls, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Haines Falls?

In December, the average day length in Haines Falls is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Haines Falls?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Haines Falls, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Haines Falls?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Haines Falls is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Haines Falls?

The months with the lowest UV index in Haines Falls, New York, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Haines Falls?

In Haines Falls, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average temperature in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°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
Haines Falls, NY

Average pressure in December - Haines Falls, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average wind speed in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average humidity in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average rainfall in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average snowfall in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Haines Falls, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average UV index in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Haines Falls, NY

Average visibility in December - Haines Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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