December weather forecast
Greenville, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Greenville, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Greenville, New York, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Greenville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Greenville, New York, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 snowfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Greenville.
On the first day of December in Greenville, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Greenville, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Greenville. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Greenville in December?

In Greenville, 34.9°F (1.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Greenville?

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

How much does it rain in Greenville in December?

In Greenville, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Greenville?

In Greenville, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenville?

December has the shortest days of the year in Greenville, New York, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Greenville?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Greenville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Greenville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Greenville?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Greenville, New York.

How high is the UV index in December in Greenville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Greenville is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Greenville, NY

Average temperature in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenville, NY

Average pressure in December - Greenville, 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
Greenville, NY

Average wind speed in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenville, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Greenville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenville, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenville, NY

Average UV index in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Greenville, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Greenville, NY

Average visibility in December - Greenville, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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