December weather forecast
Empeyville, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Empeyville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

In Empeyville, the average high-temperature in December drops from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a still wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C). Throughout December, Empeyville reports a steady low-temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Empeyville, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Empeyville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.3 days and collects up to 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Empeyville, during December, snow falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow. In Empeyville, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.5 days and aggregates up to 46.89" (1191mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Empeyville, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

January, February 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Empeyville, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Empeyville, in December, during 17.4 snowfall days, 10.55" (268mm) 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 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Empeyville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Empeyville, NY

Average pressure in December - Empeyville, 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
Empeyville, NY

Average wind speed in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Empeyville, NY

Average humidity in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

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

Average rainfall in December
Empeyville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Empeyville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Empeyville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Empeyville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Empeyville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Empeyville, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Empeyville, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

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

Average visibility in December
Empeyville, NY

Average visibility in December - Empeyville, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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