December weather forecast
Black River, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Black River, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). Black River's temperature during December nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.9 rainfall days, and 33.19" (843mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Black River, in December, snow falls for 15.9 days, with typically accumulated 9.96" (253mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 84.4 snowfall days, and 43.58" (1107mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Black River, in December, the average high-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Black River, in December, snow falls for 15.9 days, with typically accumulated 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Black River have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Black River?

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

Average temperature in December
Black River, NY

Average temperature in December - Black River, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Black River, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Black River, NY

Average wind speed in December - Black River, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Black River, NY

Average humidity in December - Black River, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Black River, NY

Average rainfall in December - Black River, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Black River, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Black River, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Black River, NY

Average snowfall in December - Black River, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Black River, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Black River, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Black River, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Black River, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Black River, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Black River, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Black River, NY

Average UV index in December - Black River, 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
Black River, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Black River, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Black River, NY

Average visibility in December - Black River, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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