December weather forecast
Mecklenburg, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Mecklenburg, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). Mecklenburg sees an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Mecklenburg, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.1 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mecklenburg, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 6.77" (172mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.4 snowfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mecklenburg, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Mecklenburg?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Mecklenburg, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°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 Mecklenburg, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mecklenburg in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mecklenburg have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mecklenburg have in December?

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

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Mecklenburg, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Mecklenburg, NY

Average pressure in December - Mecklenburg, 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
Mecklenburg, NY

Average wind speed in December - Mecklenburg, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Mecklenburg, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Mecklenburg, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Mecklenburg, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Mecklenburg, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mecklenburg, NY

Average snowfall in December - Mecklenburg, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mecklenburg, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mecklenburg, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Mecklenburg, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mecklenburg, NY

Average UV index in December - Mecklenburg, 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
Mecklenburg, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Mecklenburg, NY

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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