December weather forecast
Medina, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Medina, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). Medina's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

In Medina, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Medina, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.5 rainfall days, and 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Medina, during December, snow falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow. In Medina, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.3 days and aggregates up to 25.12" (638mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:48 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36°F (2.2°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout December, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Medina have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Medina, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Medina, NY

Average pressure in December - Medina, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Medina, NY

Average wind speed in December - Medina, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Medina, NY

Average humidity in December - Medina, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Medina, NY

Average rainfall in December - Medina, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Medina, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Medina, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medina, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medina, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Medina, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medina, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medina, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Medina, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Medina, NY

Average UV index in December - Medina, 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
Medina, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Medina, NY

Average visibility in December - Medina, 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).

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