December weather forecast
Farmington, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Farmington, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

During Farmington's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). Farmington encounters a steady low-temperature average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Farmington, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Farmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.3 days and collects up to 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 snowfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Farmington, is 35.6°F (2°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Farmington, New York, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Farmington have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Farmington, NY

Average temperature in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Farmington, NY

Average pressure in December - Farmington, 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
Farmington, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Farmington, NY

Average humidity in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Farmington, NY

Average rainfall in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Farmington, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Farmington, NY

Average snowfall in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Farmington, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Farmington, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Farmington, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Farmington, NY

Average UV index in December - Farmington, 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
Farmington, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Farmington, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Farmington, NY

Average visibility in December - Farmington, 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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