December weather forecast
Besemer, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Besemer, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C). During December, Besemer sees a mean low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Besemer, New York, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Besemer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Besemer, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 82.1 snowfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Besemer, New York.
On the first day of December in Besemer, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Besemer is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking 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 December in Besemer?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Besemer?

The average relative humidity in December in Besemer, New York, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Besemer?

In Besemer, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Besemer in December?

In December, in Besemer, New York, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Besemer?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Besemer.

How many hours of daylight does Besemer have in December?

In December, the average day length in Besemer, New York, is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Besemer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Besemer, New York, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Besemer have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Besemer, New York, is 2.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Besemer?

In Besemer, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Besemer, NY

Average temperature in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Besemer, NY

Average pressure in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Besemer, NY

Average wind speed in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Besemer, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Besemer, NY

Average rainfall in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Besemer, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Besemer, NY

Average snowfall in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Besemer, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Besemer, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Besemer, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Besemer, NY

Average UV index in December - Besemer, 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
Besemer, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Besemer, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Besemer, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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