December weather forecast
West Sand Lake, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Sand Lake, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). West Sand Lake experiences a consistent average temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In West Sand Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Sand Lake, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Sand Lake, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Sand Lake, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In West Sand Lake, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Sand Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Sand Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Sand Lake?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Sand Lake.

What is the UV index reading 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average temperature in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 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 Sand Lake, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Sand Lake, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
West Sand Lake, NY

Average visibility in December - West Sand Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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