December weather forecast
Elma Center, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Elma Center, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Elma Center reports an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the subtly cooler December nights.

Humidity

In Elma Center, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Elma Center, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elma Center, there are 174.6 rainfall days, and 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elma Center are January through May, October through December. In Elma Center, in December, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.28" (185mm) of snow. In Elma Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.4 days and aggregates up to 38.39" (975mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elma Center, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elma Center, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elma Center, New York, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elma Center?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elma Center, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elma Center?

The average relative humidity in December in Elma Center, New York, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Elma Center in December?

In Elma Center, New York, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Elma Center?

In Elma Center, New York, in December, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elma Center?

The month with the shortest days in Elma Center is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elma Center have in December?

The average day length in December in Elma Center is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elma Center?

On the first day of December in Elma Center, New York, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elma Center?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elma Center?

The months with the lowest UV index in Elma Center are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Elma Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elma Center, NY

Average temperature in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°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 (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Elma Center, NY

Average pressure in December - Elma Center, 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
Elma Center, NY

Average wind speed in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elma Center, NY

Average humidity in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and September (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Elma Center, NY

Average rainfall in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Elma Center, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elma Center, NY

Average snowfall in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elma Center, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elma Center, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elma Center, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elma Center, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elma Center, NY

Average UV index in December - Elma Center, 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
Elma Center, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Elma Center, NY

Average visibility in December - Elma Center, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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