December weather forecast
Port Kent, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Port Kent, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and min 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Port Kent observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Port Kent records an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Port Kent is 83%.

Rainfall

In Port Kent, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Port Kent, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Port Kent. In Port Kent, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.3 snowfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Port Kent is 4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Port Kent in December?

December temperatures in Port Kent, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Port Kent?

In December, the average relative humidity in Port Kent, New York, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Port Kent in December?

In Port Kent, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Port Kent?

In Port Kent, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Port Kent?

The month with the shortest days in Port Kent is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Port Kent have in December?

The average day length in December in Port Kent is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Port Kent?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Port Kent?

The average sunshine duration in December in Port Kent, New York, is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Kent?

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Kent are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Port Kent?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Port Kent is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Port Kent, NY

Average temperature in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Kent, NY

Average pressure in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Port Kent, NY

Average wind speed in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Kent, NY

Average humidity in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Kent, NY

Average rainfall in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Kent, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Kent, NY

Average snowfall in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Port Kent, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Kent, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Kent, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Kent, NY

Average UV index in December - Port Kent, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Port Kent, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Port Kent, NY

Average visibility in December - Port Kent, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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