December weather forecast
Macedon, NY

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Macedon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Macedon's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). An average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) characterizes Macedon's December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Macedon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.5 days and collects up to 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Macedon, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 snowfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Macedon is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Macedon, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Macedon have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Macedon, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Macedon, NY

Average temperature in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Macedon, NY

Average pressure in December - Macedon, 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
Macedon, NY

Average wind speed in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Macedon, NY

Average humidity in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Macedon, NY

Average rainfall in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Macedon, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Macedon, NY

Average snowfall in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Macedon, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Macedon, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Macedon, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.7 days

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

Average UV index in December
Macedon, NY

Average UV index in December - Macedon, 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
Macedon, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Macedon, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Macedon, NY

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

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

Macedon, New York, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location