December weather forecast
White Lake, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in White Lake, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in White Lake is December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.1 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In White Lake, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In White Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.7 days and aggregates up to 33.58" (853mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In White Lake, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, White Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In White Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In White Lake, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In White Lake, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In White Lake, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does White Lake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
White Lake, NY

Average temperature in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
White Lake, NY

Average pressure in December - White Lake, 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
White Lake, NY

Average wind speed in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
White Lake, NY

Average humidity in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
White Lake, NY

Average rainfall in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
White Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
White Lake, NY

Average snowfall in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
White Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - White Lake, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
White Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in December - White Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
White Lake, NY

Average UV index in December - White 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
White Lake, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
White Lake, NY

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

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

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