December weather forecast
Gouverneur, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Gouverneur, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in Gouverneur's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Gouverneur encounters an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Gouverneur, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Gouverneur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.7 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gouverneur, in December, during 18 snowfall days, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.7 snowfall days, and 41.57" (1056mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gouverneur, New York, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gouverneur?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gouverneur, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gouverneur, during December, snow falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gouverneur?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gouverneur have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gouverneur?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average temperature in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°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 (11.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average pressure in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average wind speed in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gouverneur, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average rainfall in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average snowfall in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gouverneur, NY

Average UV index in December - Gouverneur, 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
Gouverneur, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Gouverneur, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Gouverneur, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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