December weather forecast
De Peyster, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in De Peyster, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). De Peyster sees an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In De Peyster, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In De Peyster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in De Peyster, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77.6 snowfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in De Peyster, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.5°F (-6.4°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 De Peyster, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In De Peyster, New York, during December, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does De Peyster have in December?

In De Peyster, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is 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 De Peyster, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
De Peyster, NY

Average temperature in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°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 (10.2°F).

Average pressure in December
De Peyster, NY

Average pressure in December - De Peyster, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
De Peyster, NY

Average wind speed in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
De Peyster, NY

Average humidity in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

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

Average rainfall in December
De Peyster, NY

Average rainfall in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
De Peyster, NY

Average rainfall days in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
De Peyster, NY

Average snowfall in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
De Peyster, NY

Average snowfall days in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
De Peyster, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - De Peyster, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
De Peyster, NY

Average sunshine days in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
De Peyster, NY

Average UV index in December - De Peyster, 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
De Peyster, NY

Average cloud cover in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
De Peyster, NY

Average visibility in December - De Peyster, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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