December weather forecast
Adams, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Adams, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Adams experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). During the nights of December, Adams records an average temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), a minor drop from daytime peaks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Adams is 84%.

Rainfall

In Adams, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Adams, New York, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Adams. Snow falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Adams is 2.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Adams in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Adams, is 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Adams?

The average relative humidity in December in Adams is 84%.

How much does it rain in Adams in December?

In Adams, New York, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Adams?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Adams, New York. Snow falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Adams?

In Adams, in December, during 16.4 snowfall days, 9.21" (234mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Adams?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Adams.

How many hours of daylight does Adams have in December?

The average day length in December in Adams, New York, is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Adams?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Adams, New York, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Adams?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Adams?

The months with the lowest UV index in Adams are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Adams?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Adams, New York, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Adams, NY

Average temperature in December - Adams, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in December
Adams, NY

Average pressure in December - Adams, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Adams, NY

Average wind speed in December - Adams, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Adams, NY

Average humidity in December - Adams, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Adams, NY

Average rainfall in December - Adams, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Adams, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Adams, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Adams, NY

Average snowfall in December - Adams, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Adams, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Adams, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Adams, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Adams, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Adams, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Adams, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Adams, NY

Average UV index in December - Adams, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Adams, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Adams, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Adams, NY

Average visibility in December - Adams, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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