Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Saranac's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In Saranac, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a still subzero cold 19°F (-7.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In Saranac, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Saranac, New York, there are 173.7 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Saranac, New York, it is snowing for 19.5 days. Throughout December, 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated. In Saranac, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 102.8 days and aggregates up to 62.6" (1590mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saranac.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Saranac is 3.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Saranac are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the shortest days in Saranac?
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Average temperature in December
Saranac, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Saranac, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Saranac, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Saranac, NY
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Saranac, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Saranac, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Saranac, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 9.53"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Saranac, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saranac, 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: 3h and 4min
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
Saranac, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Saranac, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Saranac, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Saranac, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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