December weather forecast
Hinckley, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Hinckley, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and max 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). During December, Hinckley's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Hinckley, New York, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hinckley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hinckley, New York. In December, it is snowing for 17.5 days. Throughout December, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.9 snowfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:13 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Hinckley, 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.6°F (-5.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hinckley, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hinckley, New York, in December, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hinckley?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hinckley have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hinckley?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hinckley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hinckley, NY

Average pressure in December - Hinckley, 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
Hinckley, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hinckley, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hinckley, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Hinckley, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hinckley, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hinckley, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hinckley, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hinckley, NY

Average UV index in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Hinckley, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hinckley, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Hinckley, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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