December weather forecast
Star Lake, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Star Lake, New York, with an average temperature varying between 19.4°F (-7°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Star Lake's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Star Lake, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Star Lake, in December, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Star Lake, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163 days and collects up to 40.63" (1032mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Star Lake, in December, snow falls for 19.5 days, with typically accumulated 13.86" (352mm) of snow. In Star Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.2 days and aggregates up to 82.4" (2093mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Star Lake. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts 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. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Star Lake in December has an average high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Star Lake, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Star Lake, during December, snow falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.86" (352mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Star Lake have in December?

In Star Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Star Lake?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Star Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Star Lake, NY

Average temperature in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Star Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Star Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Star Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Star Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Star Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Star Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Star Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Star Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Star Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - Star Lake, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Star Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Star Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Star Lake, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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