December weather forecast
Bradford, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Bradford, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bradford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bradford, during December, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Bradford, there are 71.7 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Bradford in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bradford, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bradford, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Bradford have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bradford, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bradford, NY

Average temperature in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bradford, NY

Average pressure in December - Bradford, 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
Bradford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

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

Average humidity in December
Bradford, NY

Average humidity in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Bradford, NY

Average rainfall in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Bradford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bradford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bradford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bradford, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bradford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Bradford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bradford, NY

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

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bradford, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Bradford, NY

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

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

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