December weather forecast
Colden, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colden, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). In Colden, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of December, with an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Colden is 87%.

Rainfall

In Colden, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.9 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 14.4 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.6 snowfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colden.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

January, February 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Colden, the average high-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Colden, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Colden, in December, snow falls for 14.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Colden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Colden, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Colden, NY

Average pressure in December - Colden, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Colden, NY

Average wind speed in December - Colden, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Colden, NY

Average humidity in December - Colden, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Colden, NY

Average rainfall in December - Colden, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Colden, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Colden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colden, NY

Average snowfall in December - Colden, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colden, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Colden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colden, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colden, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Colden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Colden, NY

Average UV index in December - Colden, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Colden, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Colden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Colden, NY

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

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

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