December weather forecast
Etna, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Etna, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and max 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Etna reports a steady low-temperature average of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Etna, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Etna, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow. In Etna, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.1 days and aggregates up to 34.57" (878mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Etna, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Etna, records 33.6°F (0.9°C), while the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Etna, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Etna, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Etna is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°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 (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Etna, NY

Average pressure in December - Etna, 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
Etna, NY

Average wind speed in December - Etna, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

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
Etna, NY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Etna, NY

Average rainfall in December - Etna, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Etna, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Etna, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Etna, NY

Average snowfall in December - Etna, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Etna, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Etna, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Etna, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Etna, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Etna, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Etna, NY

Average UV index in December - Etna, 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
Etna, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Etna, NY

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

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

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