December weather forecast
Stirling, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Stirling, New York, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Stirling registers a steady nighttime temperature averaging an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Stirling, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Stirling are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stirling, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Stirling, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Stirling, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) 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 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Stirling is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Stirling have in December?

In Stirling, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stirling, NY

Average temperature in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Stirling, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Stirling, NY

Average humidity in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Stirling, NY

Average rainfall in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Stirling, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stirling, NY

Average snowfall in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stirling, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stirling, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Stirling, NY

Average UV index in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Stirling, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Stirling, NY

Average visibility in December - Stirling, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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