December weather forecast
Lima, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lima, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). An average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is noted in Lima during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lima is 84%.

Rainfall

In Lima, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lima, there are 164.4 rainfall days, and 28.39" (721mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lima, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Lima, in December, during 16 snowfall days, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lima, there are 80.7 snowfall days, and 34.29" (871mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lima, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Lima, New York, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lima, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lima?

Lima in December has an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lima?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lima is 84%.

How much does it rain in Lima in December?

In Lima, New York, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lima in December?

In Lima, New York, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lima?

The month with the shortest days in Lima, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In Lima, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lima?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lima, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lima have in December?

In Lima, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lima?

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

Average temperature in December - Lima, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lima, NY

Average pressure in December - Lima, 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
Lima, NY

Average wind speed in December - Lima, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lima, NY

Average humidity in December - Lima, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Lima, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Lima, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Lima, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lima, NY

Average snowfall in December - Lima, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lima, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Lima, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lima, 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 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lima, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Lima, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lima, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lima, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Lima, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Lima, NY

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

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

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