December weather forecast
Buskirk, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buskirk, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°F (0.7°C) and min 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). An average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Buskirk, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buskirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Buskirk, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.9 snowfall days, and 37.01" (940mm) 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 December in Buskirk, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Buskirk is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Buskirk, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Buskirk, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Buskirk, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Buskirk?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months 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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Buskirk, NY

Average temperature in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Buskirk, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buskirk, NY

Average wind speed in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Buskirk, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Buskirk, NY

Average rainfall in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June, July and October (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Buskirk, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buskirk, NY

Average snowfall in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buskirk, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buskirk, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buskirk, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Buskirk, NY

Average UV index in December - Buskirk, 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
Buskirk, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Buskirk, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Buskirk, NY

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

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

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