December weather forecast
South Glens Falls, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Glens Falls, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). In the month of December, South Glens Falls witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

In South Glens Falls, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In South Glens Falls, New York, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Glens Falls, there are 97.1 rainfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Glens Falls, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In South Glens Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 10.28" (261mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Glens Falls.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in South Glens Falls, is 32.9°F (0.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Glens Falls?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In South Glens Falls, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In South Glens Falls, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Glens Falls have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average temperature in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average pressure in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average humidity in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average UV index in December - South Glens Falls, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
South Glens Falls, NY

Average visibility in December - South Glens Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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