December weather forecast
Putnam Lake, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Putnam Lake, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December, Putnam Lake experiences a low-temperature average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Putnam Lake, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Putnam Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Putnam Lake, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) 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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Putnam Lake, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Putnam Lake, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Putnam Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Putnam Lake, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Putnam Lake, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Putnam Lake?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Putnam Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Putnam Lake is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Putnam Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Putnam Lake, NY

Average temperature in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - Putnam Lake, 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
Putnam Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Putnam Lake, NY

Average visibility in December - Putnam Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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