December weather forecast
Whitehall, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Whitehall, New York, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Whitehall, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Whitehall, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitehall, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.4 snowfall days, and 21.54" (547mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Whitehall, is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Whitehall, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Whitehall have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Whitehall, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Whitehall, NY

Average temperature in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitehall, NY

Average pressure in December - Whitehall, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitehall, NY

Average wind speed in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitehall, NY

Average humidity in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitehall, NY

Average rainfall in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitehall, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitehall, NY

Average snowfall in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitehall, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitehall, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitehall, NY

Average UV index in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Whitehall, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Whitehall, NY

Average visibility in December - Whitehall, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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