December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The grand State Capitol building in Albany, New York, USA, with a mirrored reflection in the waterfront

Weather in December

December embraces winter in full swing, returning to the colder phase of the year. Snowfall increases to a higher 5.55" (141mm), providing Albany with a white Christmas. The temperature continues to drop, with the daylight fading early. Although winter’s chill is intense, the festive spirit keeps Albany warm. The snow-covered scenery contributes to the year-end celebrations concluding the year on a frosty note.

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Albany throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In Albany, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Albany, New York, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Albany, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Albany, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Albany, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Albany are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Albany in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Albany, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Albany?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Albany in December?

In Albany, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Albany?

In Albany, New York, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Albany?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Albany?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Albany?

On the first day of December in Albany, New York, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Albany?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Albany, New York, is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Albany?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Albany?

In Albany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

45.5°F 7.5°C

34.3°F 1.3°C

28.8°F -1.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.8mph 12.6km/h

8.1mph 13km/h

8.6mph 13.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.8

14.1

13.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Albany, NY

Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

Average low temperature in December: 24.3°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 (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Albany, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Albany, NY

Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Albany, NY

Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Albany, NY

Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Albany, NY

Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Albany, NY

Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Albany, NY

Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albany, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Albany, NY

Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Albany, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Albany, NY

Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Albany, NY

Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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December weather forecast
Albany, NY

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