December weather forecast
DeRuyter, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in DeRuyter, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and max 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in DeRuyter's average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). DeRuyter's average low temperature, barely cooler than the daytime high, steadies at a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In DeRuyter, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In DeRuyter, New York, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In DeRuyter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in DeRuyter. In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.3 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in DeRuyter in December?

During December, DeRuyter experiences an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In DeRuyter, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In DeRuyter, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does DeRuyter have in December?

In DeRuyter, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in DeRuyter?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does DeRuyter have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What are the months 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 health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average temperature in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average pressure in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average wind speed in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average humidity in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average rainfall in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average rainfall days in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average snowfall in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average snowfall days in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average sunshine days in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average UV index in December - DeRuyter, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
DeRuyter, NY

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

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 35).

Average visibility in December
DeRuyter, NY

Average visibility in December - DeRuyter, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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