December weather forecast
Athens, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Athens, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). In December, Athens records an average nighttime temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Athens is 82%.

Rainfall

In Athens, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Athens, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Athens, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Athens, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, in Athens, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Athens is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Athens in December?

The high-temperature in Athens during December is 35.4°F (1.9°C) and the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Athens?

In Athens, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Athens in December?

In December, in Athens, New York, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Athens?

In Athens, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Athens?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Athens, New York, is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Athens?

On the first day of December in Athens, New York, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Athens?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Athens?

In Athens, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Athens, NY

Average temperature in December - Athens, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Athens, NY

Average pressure in December - Athens, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Athens, NY

Average wind speed in December - Athens, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Athens, NY

Average humidity in December - Athens, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Athens, NY

Average rainfall in December - Athens, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Athens, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Athens, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Athens, NY

Average snowfall in December - Athens, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Athens, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Athens, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Athens, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Athens, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Athens, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Athens, NY

Average UV index in December - Athens, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Athens, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Athens, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Athens, NY

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

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

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