December weather forecast
Galatia, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Galatia, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In Galatia, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Galatia, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Galatia, it is snowing for 15 days. Throughout December, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.7 snowfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Galatia in December has an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Galatia, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Galatia, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Galatia, in December, during 15 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) 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 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galatia have in December?

In Galatia, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°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 (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Galatia, NY

Average pressure in December - Galatia, 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
Galatia, NY

Average wind speed in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Galatia, NY

Average humidity in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Galatia, NY

Average rainfall in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Galatia, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Galatia, NY

Average snowfall in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Galatia, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Galatia, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Galatia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Galatia, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Galatia, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Galatia, NY

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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