December weather forecast
Castile, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Castile, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Castile, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.4 rainfall days, and 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Castile, New York. In Castile, New York, during December, snow falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Castile, there are 91.4 snowfall days, and 42.24" (1073mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Castile.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Castile is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Castile?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Castile, is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Castile?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Castile?

In Castile, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Castile in December?

In Castile, New York, during December, snow falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Castile?

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

How many hours of daylight does Castile have in December?

In December, the average day length in Castile, New York, is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Castile?

On the first day of December in Castile, New York, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Castile?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Castile?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Castile?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Castile, New York, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Castile, NY

Average temperature in December - Castile, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Castile, NY

Average pressure in December - Castile, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Castile, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Castile, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Castile, NY

Average rainfall in December - Castile, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Castile, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Castile, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Castile, NY

Average snowfall in December - Castile, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.64"

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
Castile, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Castile, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Castile, 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: 3h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Castile, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Castile, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Castile, NY

Average UV index in December - Castile, 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
Castile, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Castile, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Castile, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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