December weather forecast
Moravia, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Moravia, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). Nights in December cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moravia, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 18.98" (482mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January, February 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.3°F (0.7°C) and the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) 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 Moravia have in December?

In Moravia, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moravia have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Moravia is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Moravia, NY

Average temperature in December - Moravia, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°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 (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Moravia, NY

Average pressure in December - Moravia, 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
Moravia, NY

Average wind speed in December - Moravia, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Moravia, NY

Average humidity in December - Moravia, 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
Moravia, NY

Average rainfall in December - Moravia, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Moravia, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Moravia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moravia, NY

Average snowfall in December - Moravia, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moravia, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Moravia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moravia, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moravia, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Moravia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Moravia, NY

Average UV index in December - Moravia, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Moravia, NY

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

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
Moravia, NY

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

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

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