December weather forecast
Williamstown, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Williamstown, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a still cold 32.7°F (0.4°C). Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.3 rainfall days, and 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Williamstown, in December, during 17.4 snowfall days, 10.55" (268mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Williamstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.5 days and aggregates up to 46.89" (1191mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Williamstown, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Williamstown?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Williamstown, during December, snow falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Williamstown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Williamstown, NY

Average temperature in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Williamstown, NY

Average pressure in December - Williamstown, 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
Williamstown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Williamstown, NY

Average humidity in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Williamstown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Williamstown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Williamstown, NY

Average snowfall in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Williamstown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Williamstown, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Williamstown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Williamstown, NY

Average UV index in December - Williamstown, 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
Williamstown, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Williamstown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Williamstown, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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