December weather forecast
Ballston Spa, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ballston Spa, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average high of 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a cold 33.8°F (1°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In Ballston Spa, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Ballston Spa, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ballston Spa, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ballston Spa. In Ballston Spa, New York, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.3 snowfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ballston Spa is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ballston Spa, New York, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ballston Spa are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ballston Spa in December?

Ballston Spa in December has an average high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ballston Spa?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ballston Spa in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ballston Spa in December?

In Ballston Spa, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ballston Spa?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ballston Spa.

How many hours of daylight does Ballston Spa have in December?

In Ballston Spa, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ballston Spa?

On the first day of December in Ballston Spa, New York, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ballston Spa?

In Ballston Spa, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ballston Spa?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ballston Spa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ballston Spa is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average temperature in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°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
Ballston Spa, NY

Average pressure in December - Ballston Spa, 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
Ballston Spa, NY

Average wind speed in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average humidity in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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
Ballston Spa, NY

Average rainfall in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average snowfall in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Ballston Spa, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ballston Spa, 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 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average UV index in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Ballston Spa, NY

Average visibility in December - Ballston Spa, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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