December weather forecast
Collins Center, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Collins Center, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). In the month of December, Collins Center experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Collins Center, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Collins Center, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Collins Center, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Collins Center, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Collins Center have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Collins Center?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Collins Center, NY

Average temperature in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Collins Center, NY

Average pressure in December - Collins Center, 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
Collins Center, NY

Average wind speed in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Collins Center, NY

Average humidity in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, August and September (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Collins Center, NY

Average rainfall in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Collins Center, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Collins Center, NY

Average snowfall in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Collins Center, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Collins Center, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Collins Center, 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 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Collins Center, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Collins Center, NY

Average UV index in December - Collins Center, 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
Collins Center, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Collins Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Collins Center, NY

Average visibility in December - Collins Center, 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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