December weather forecast
Chautauqua, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Chautauqua, New York, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

In Chautauqua, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). Chautauqua notes an average temperature descent to a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chautauqua, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.7 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chautauqua, in December, during 17.1 snowfall days, 7.56" (192mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chautauqua, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.7 days and aggregates up to 33.07" (840mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chautauqua, the average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chautauqua?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chautauqua, New York, during December are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Chautauqua?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chautauqua?

In Chautauqua, New York, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chautauqua in December?

In Chautauqua, in December, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chautauqua?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chautauqua, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Chautauqua have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chautauqua?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chautauqua, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chautauqua?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chautauqua is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chautauqua?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Chautauqua?

In Chautauqua, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average temperature in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average pressure in December - Chautauqua, 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
Chautauqua, NY

Average wind speed in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Chautauqua, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and September (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average rainfall in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average snowfall in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chautauqua, 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: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average UV index in December - Chautauqua, 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
Chautauqua, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Chautauqua, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Chautauqua, NY

Average visibility in December - Chautauqua, 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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