December weather forecast
Deferiet, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Deferiet, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a cold 32°F (0°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Deferiet is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 32°F (0°C) and the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Deferiet, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Deferiet, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Deferiet have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Deferiet have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

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 reading in December?

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 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
Deferiet, NY

Average temperature in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°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 (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Deferiet, NY

Average pressure in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Deferiet, NY

Average wind speed in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Deferiet, NY

Average humidity in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Deferiet, NY

Average rainfall in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Deferiet, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Deferiet, NY

Average snowfall in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Deferiet, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Deferiet, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Deferiet, NY

Average UV index in December - Deferiet, 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
Deferiet, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Deferiet, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Deferiet, NY

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

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

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