December weather forecast
Jay, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Jay, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

In Jay, the average high-temperature in December drops from an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In Jay, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Jay, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Jay, in December, snow falls for 19.6 days, with typically accumulated 8.5" (216mm) of snow. In Jay, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.5 days and aggregates up to 55.87" (1419mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Jay, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jay, New York, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 19.6 days. Throughout December, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Jay, 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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

January, March 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jay, NY

Average temperature in December - Jay, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Jay, NY

Average pressure in December - Jay, 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
Jay, NY

Average wind speed in December - Jay, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Jay, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Jay, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Jay, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Jay, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jay, NY

Average snowfall in December - Jay, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jay, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Jay, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jay, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jay, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Jay, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Jay, NY

Average UV index in December - Jay, 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, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Jay, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Jay, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Jay, NY

Average visibility in December - Jay, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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