December weather forecast
Sackets Harbor, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sackets Harbor, New York, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Sackets Harbor documents an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) for the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Sackets Harbor, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.1 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sackets Harbor is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sackets Harbor have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sackets Harbor?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sackets Harbor, New York, is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average temperature in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average pressure in December - Sackets Harbor, 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
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average wind speed in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average humidity in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 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
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average UV index in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Sackets Harbor, NY

Average visibility in December - Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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