December weather forecast
Gilbertsville, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gilbertsville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°F (0.6°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). During December, Gilbertsville consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gilbertsville, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gilbertsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.07" (586mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gilbertsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.5 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Gilbertsville, New York, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gilbertsville, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Gilbertsville experiences an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gilbertsville, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Gilbertsville, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilbertsville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 in Gilbertsville is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gilbertsville, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average pressure in December - Gilbertsville, 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
Gilbertsville, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gilbertsville, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Gilbertsville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Gilbertsville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Gilbertsville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Gilbertsville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilbertsville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Gilbertsville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average UV index in December - Gilbertsville, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gilbertsville, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Gilbertsville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Gilbertsville, NY

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

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

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