December weather forecast
Augusta, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Augusta, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Augusta's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Augusta, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Augusta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83 snowfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Augusta, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Augusta?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Augusta, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Augusta, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Augusta, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Augusta, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Augusta, NY

Average temperature in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Augusta, NY

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

Average wind speed in December
Augusta, NY

Average wind speed in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Augusta, NY

Average humidity in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Augusta, NY

Average rainfall in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Augusta, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Augusta, NY

Average snowfall in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Augusta, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Augusta, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Augusta, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Augusta, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Augusta, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Augusta, NY

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

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

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