December weather forecast
Colton, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Colton, New York, experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Colton, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Colton, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.7 days and aggregates up to 37.99" (965mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Colton, is 30.2°F (-1°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Colton, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Colton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colton have in December?

In Colton, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Colton, NY

Average temperature in December - Colton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Colton, NY

Average pressure in December - Colton, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Colton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Colton, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Colton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Colton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Colton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Colton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Colton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Colton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 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
Colton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colton, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Colton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Colton, NY

Average UV index in December - Colton, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Colton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Colton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Colton, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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