December weather forecast
Graphite, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Graphite, New York, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Graphite, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.9 rainfall days, and 23.7" (602mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Graphite, in December, during 14.9 snowfall days, 7.56" (192mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Graphite, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.9 days and aggregates up to 50.39" (1280mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Graphite, the average high-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Graphite?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Graphite, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Graphite, in December, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Graphite is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Graphite?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

February 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Graphite, NY

Average temperature in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Graphite, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Graphite, NY

Average wind speed in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Graphite, NY

Average humidity in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Graphite, NY

Average rainfall in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Graphite, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Graphite, NY

Average snowfall in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Graphite, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Graphite, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Graphite, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Graphite, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Graphite, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Graphite, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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