December weather forecast
Fayetteville, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fayetteville, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). The temperature during December experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Fayetteville is 85%.

Rainfall

In Fayetteville, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fayetteville. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Fayetteville, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fayetteville, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Fayetteville. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fayetteville, New York, in December, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

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 in Fayetteville.

How many hours of daylight does Fayetteville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:39 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 in Fayetteville 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average temperature in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average pressure in December - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, NY

Average wind speed in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average humidity in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fayetteville, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Fayetteville, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

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

Average visibility in December
Fayetteville, NY

Average visibility in December - Fayetteville, 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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