December weather forecast
Watkins Glen, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Watkins Glen, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Watkins Glen registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In Watkins Glen, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Watkins Glen, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Watkins Glen, New York, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.2 snowfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Watkins Glen, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Watkins Glen, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Watkins Glen is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Watkins Glen in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Watkins Glen, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Watkins Glen?

The average relative humidity in December in Watkins Glen is 85%.

How much does it rain in Watkins Glen in December?

In Watkins Glen, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Watkins Glen in December?

In Watkins Glen, New York, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watkins Glen?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Watkins Glen?

In December, the average day length in Watkins Glen, New York, is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Watkins Glen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Watkins Glen have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Watkins Glen, New York, is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Watkins Glen?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Watkins Glen.

What is the UV index reading in December in Watkins Glen?

In Watkins Glen, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Watkins Glen, NY

Average temperature in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average pressure in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average wind speed in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average humidity in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average rainfall in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average snowfall in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average UV index in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Watkins Glen, NY

Average visibility in December - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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