December weather forecast
Ellicottville, NY

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Weather in December

December in Ellicottville welcomes winter in its entirety, with cold weather, shorter days, and significant snowfall of 7.95" (202mm). The onset of the festive season and the snowfall enriches the city with a unique charm, making December not only colder but also livelier. Despite the dropping temperatures, the holiday season ensures a warm and festive atmosphere throughout the city.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Ellicottville indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). Ellicottville registers an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) throughout December, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ellicottville, New York, is 88%.

Rainfall

In Ellicottville, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ellicottville, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ellicottville, during December, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ellicottville, New York, there are 92.6 snowfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ellicottville, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Ellicottville, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ellicottville, the average sunshine in December is 2.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ellicottville?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ellicottville, records 33.6°F (0.9°C), while the low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ellicottville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ellicottville is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ellicottville?

In Ellicottville, New York, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ellicottville in December?

In Ellicottville, in December, during 18.8 snowfall days, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ellicottville?

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

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

In Ellicottville, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ellicottville?

On the first day of December in Ellicottville, New York, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ellicottville?

In Ellicottville, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ellicottville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ellicottville?

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

Average temperature in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average pressure in December - Ellicottville, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ellicottville, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average humidity in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellicottville, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average UV index in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ellicottville, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Ellicottville, NY

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

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

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