December weather forecast
Appleton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Appleton, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). Appleton records a negligible downturn from daytime temperatures, averaging a low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Appleton, New York, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Appleton, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.5 days and collects up to 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Appleton, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Appleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.1 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Appleton is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Appleton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Appleton, records 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Appleton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Appleton?

In December, in Appleton, New York, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Appleton in December?

In Appleton, New York, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Appleton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Appleton?

In December, the average day length in Appleton is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Appleton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Appleton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Appleton is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Appleton?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Appleton, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Appleton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Appleton, NY

Average temperature in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Appleton, NY

Average pressure in December - Appleton, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Appleton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Appleton, NY

Average humidity in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Appleton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Appleton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Appleton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Appleton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Appleton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Appleton, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Appleton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Appleton, NY

Average visibility in December - Appleton, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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