December weather forecast
Downsville, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Downsville, New York, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). In December, Downsville records an average nighttime temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Downsville.

Rainfall

In Downsville, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Downsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Downsville, during December, snow falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 89.3 snowfall days, and 43.94" (1116mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Downsville, during December, snow falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Downsville?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Downsville have in December?

In Downsville, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Downsville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Downsville, NY

Average temperature in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Downsville, NY

Average pressure in December - Downsville, 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
Downsville, NY

Average wind speed in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Downsville, NY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Downsville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Downsville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Downsville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Downsville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Downsville, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Downsville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Downsville, NY

Average UV index in December - Downsville, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Downsville, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Downsville, NY

Average visibility in December - Downsville, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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