December weather forecast
Oriskany, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Oriskany, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C). Oriskany's nocturnal December readings average at a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In Oriskany, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Oriskany, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. In Oriskany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.3 days and collects up to 38.9" (988mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oriskany, during December, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oriskany, there are 90 snowfall days, and 47.6" (1209mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Oriskany, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, in Oriskany, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oriskany are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oriskany?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Oriskany, is 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oriskany?

In Oriskany, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Oriskany in December?

In Oriskany, New York, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oriskany?

In December, in Oriskany, it is snowing for 16.8 days. Throughout December, 10.16" (258mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oriskany?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oriskany have in December?

The average day length in December in Oriskany, New York, is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oriskany?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oriskany, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oriskany?

In Oriskany, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Oriskany?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Oriskany?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Oriskany, New York, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oriskany, NY

Average temperature in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Oriskany, NY

Average pressure in December - Oriskany, 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
Oriskany, NY

Average wind speed in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Oriskany, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Oriskany, NY

Average rainfall in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.6").

Average rainfall days in December
Oriskany, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oriskany, NY

Average snowfall in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oriskany, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oriskany, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oriskany, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Oriskany, NY

Average UV index in December - Oriskany, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Oriskany, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Oriskany, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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