December weather forecast
Clifton Springs, NY

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Clifton Springs, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.8°F (2.1°C) and min 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) is expected.

Humidity

In Clifton Springs, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clifton Springs, New York, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Clifton Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Clifton Springs 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. 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. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.8°F (2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Clifton Springs, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Clifton Springs in December?

In December, in Clifton Springs, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Clifton Springs have in December?

In Clifton Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Clifton Springs, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average temperature in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average pressure in December - Clifton Springs, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average wind speed in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average humidity in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average rainfall in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average snowfall in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clifton Springs, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average UV index in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

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 32).

Average visibility in December
Clifton Springs, NY

Average visibility in December - Clifton Springs, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

Clifton Springs, New York, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location