December Weather in Saranac Lake

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Saranac Lake, United States, during December is characterized by an average temperature of -5°C (22°F). Highs can soar to 10°C (51°F), while lows may dip to -24°C (-10°F). Typically, the humidity level in Saranac Lake throughout December hovers around 89%.

-24°C (-10°F)

Minimum temperature

-5°C (22°F)

Average temperature

10°C (51°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Saranac Lake averages 96 mm (3.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 8 hours 53 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 3 hours 47 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 22% probability of sunny days during this period.

96 mm (3.8 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

3 hours 47 minutes

Sunshine hours

22%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Saranac Lake reaches a maximum of 2, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 0 0 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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