December weather forecast
North Syracuse, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Syracuse, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 33.8°F (1°C) from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). North Syracuse logs an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In North Syracuse, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Syracuse, during December, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow. In North Syracuse, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.2 days and aggregates up to 27.28" (693mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in North Syracuse, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in North Syracuse, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in North Syracuse, is 33.8°F (1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In North Syracuse, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Syracuse, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In North Syracuse, during December, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In North Syracuse, 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 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Syracuse have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average pressure in December - North Syracuse, 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
North Syracuse, NY

Average wind speed in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average humidity in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

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

Average rainfall in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average rainfall in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average rainfall days in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average snowfall in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average snowfall days in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Syracuse, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average sunshine days in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average UV index in December - North Syracuse, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average cloud cover in December - North Syracuse, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
North Syracuse, NY

Average visibility in December - North Syracuse, 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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