December weather forecast
Caton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Caton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Caton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Caton, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.7 snowfall days, and 22.91" (582mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Caton, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Caton, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Caton, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Caton, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Caton, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Caton, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

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?

In Caton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Caton, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Caton, NY

Average pressure in December - Caton, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Caton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Caton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Caton, NY

Average humidity in December - Caton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Caton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Caton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Caton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Caton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Caton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Caton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Caton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Caton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Caton, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Caton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Caton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Caton, NY

Average UV index in December - Caton, 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
Caton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Caton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Caton, NY

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

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

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