December weather forecast
East Syracuse, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in East Syracuse, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). East Syracuse experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In East Syracuse, New York, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In East Syracuse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 5.87" (149mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in East Syracuse during December is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In East Syracuse, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In East Syracuse, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Syracuse?

The average sunshine duration in December in East Syracuse is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in East Syracuse?

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
East Syracuse, NY

Average temperature in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average pressure in December - East Syracuse, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average wind speed in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

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 (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average humidity in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average rainfall in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average snowfall in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Syracuse, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average UV index in December - East Syracuse, 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
East Syracuse, NY

Average cloud cover in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
East Syracuse, NY

Average visibility in December - East Syracuse, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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