December weather forecast
Kirk, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kirk, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°F (0.5°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Kirk's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). During December, Kirk observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Kirk, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kirk, in December, snow falls for 17.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.7" (221mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90.9 snowfall days, and 44.8" (1138mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Kirk, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kirk, records 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kirk, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kirk in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.2 days. Throughout December, 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kirk?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirk have in December?

In Kirk, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kirk?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Kirk, NY

Average temperature in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirk, NY

Average pressure in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kirk, NY

Average wind speed in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirk, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Kirk, NY

Average rainfall in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirk, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirk, NY

Average snowfall in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kirk, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirk, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirk, NY

Average UV index in December - Kirk, 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
Kirk, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Kirk, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Kirk, NY

Average visibility in December - Kirk, 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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