Albany in December
So, what's Albany actually like in December? In a word: pleasant. It's summer, and the days are averaging 22.2 degrees.
Daytime highs average 22.2 degrees, dropping to 14.2 degrees overnight. That's a 8-degree swing between day and night. Comfortable during the day, with evenings that invite a light layer.
At 22.2 degrees, December runs 1.9 degrees above Albany's annual average of 20.3 degrees.
The rain data says 11mm over 5 days. That's barely a sprinkle.
Solar exposure averages 24.3 MJ/m2 per day in December, with UV levels in the extreme range. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.
December earns a 9.9/10 on our Comfort Score. This is prime time.
For your suitcase: t-shirts with a light layer for evenings, and serious sun protection.
Scroll down for the detailed climate data, or explore what nearby cities are like in December.
December at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in December. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Comfortable casual wear suitable for warm days
- A light rain jacket just in case
- Strong sun protection including a hat and SPF 50+
Coming From Overseas?
How December in Albany stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 14 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 16 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 10 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How December Compares
Albany's monthly climate at a glance. December is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.7 | 16.0 | 32mm | 9.9 |
| Feb | 25.1 | 16.7 | 7mm | 10.0 |
| Mar | 23.3 | 15.5 | 13mm | 10.0 |
| Apr | 21.4 | 13.7 | 14mm | 8.4 |
| May | 20.5 | 12.6 | 72mm | 6.5 |
| Jun | 16.9 | 10.2 | 60mm | 3.8 |
| Jul | 16.6 | 9.9 | 65mm | 3.4 |
| Aug | 17.3 | 10.3 | 79mm | 4.1 |
| Sep | 17.1 | 9.9 | 35mm | 4.4 |
| Oct | 20.4 | 11.4 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Nov | 20.2 | 12.2 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Dec | 22.2 | 14.2 | 11mm | 9.9 |