December weather forecast
Danby, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Danby, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

Danby's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). In Danby, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Danby, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Danby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Danby, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Danby, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 6.77" (172mm) of snow. In Danby, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.1 days and aggregates up to 34.57" (878mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Danby in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Danby, is 33.6°F (0.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Danby, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Danby, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What is the month with 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from 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
Danby, NY

Average temperature in December - Danby, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Danby, NY

Average pressure in December - Danby, 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
Danby, NY

Average wind speed in December - Danby, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Danby, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Danby, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Danby, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Danby, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Danby, NY

Average snowfall in December - Danby, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Danby, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Danby, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Danby, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Danby, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Danby, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Danby, NY

Average UV index in December - Danby, 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
Danby, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Danby, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Danby, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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