December weather forecast
Little Falls, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Little Falls, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a still cold 32°F (0°C) from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). In the month of December, Little Falls experiences an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Little Falls, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Little Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Little Falls, in December, during 15 snowfall days, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Little Falls, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.1 days and aggregates up to 35.59" (904mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Little Falls experiences an average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and a low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Little Falls, during December, snow falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Little Falls have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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

In Little Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Little Falls, NY

Average temperature in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°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 (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Little Falls, NY

Average pressure in December - Little 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Little Falls, NY

Average wind speed in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Little Falls, NY

Average humidity in December - Little Falls, 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
Little Falls, NY

Average rainfall in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Little Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Little Falls, NY

Average snowfall in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Little Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Little Falls, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Little Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Little Falls, NY

Average UV index in December - Little Falls, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Little Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Little Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Little Falls, NY

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

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

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