Lake Placid

New York, USA

❄️
0°C (32°F)
Feels like -4°C (25°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs
0°C
(32°F)
Nighttime Lows
-8°C
(18°F)

Very cold and snowy with a feels-like temperature of -4°C (25°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

High (snow)

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

81% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

3-4 hours daily

December days are shorter in the northern hemisphere. Plan activities accordingly.

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

  • Skiing
  • Bobsled rides
  • Ice skating
  • Snowshoeing
  • Dog sledding

Attractions

  • Whiteface Mountain
  • Olympic Center
  • Mirror Lake
  • Mt Van Hoevenberg
  • Adirondack Park

💰 Cost of Living

$3,000
estimated per month
SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

65
Mbps
Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Very cold and snowy
Humidity 81%

✅ December Summary

December in Lake Placid offers very cold and snowy weather with temperatures ranging from -8°C (18°F) to 0°C (32°F). The humidity is around 81% and you can expect 3-4 hours daily. Popular activities include Skiing, Bobsled rides, Ice skating and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $3,000 per month and internet speeds average 65 Mbps.