December weather forecast
West Laurens, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in West Laurens, New York, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a still wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). In West Laurens, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In West Laurens, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In West Laurens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Laurens, during December, snow falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow. In West Laurens, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.9 days and aggregates up to 48.23" (1225mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Laurens are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

West Laurens in December has an average high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the most humid month in West Laurens?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Laurens, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Laurens, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Laurens, in December, snow falls for 16.7 days, with typically accumulated 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Laurens have in December?

In West Laurens, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Laurens is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Laurens, NY

Average temperature in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
West Laurens, NY

Average pressure in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Laurens, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
West Laurens, NY

Average humidity in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
West Laurens, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
West Laurens, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Laurens, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Laurens, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Laurens, NY

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

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Laurens, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
West Laurens, NY

Average UV index in December - West Laurens, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Laurens, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
West Laurens, NY

Average visibility in December - West Laurens, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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