December weather forecast
Orwell, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Orwell, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°F (1.3°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

In Orwell, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). December's average low-temperature is a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Orwell, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Orwell, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 8.54" (217mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orwell, New York, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 36.61" (930mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Orwell, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Orwell in December has an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Orwell, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Orwell?

In Orwell, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 8.54" (217mm) 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 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Orwell have in December?

In Orwell, the average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orwell have in December?

In Orwell, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Orwell is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orwell, NY

Average temperature in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Orwell, NY

Average pressure in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Orwell, NY

Average wind speed in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Orwell, NY

Average humidity in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Orwell, NY

Average rainfall in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Orwell, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orwell, NY

Average snowfall in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Orwell, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Orwell, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Orwell, NY

Average UV index in December - Orwell, 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
Orwell, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Orwell, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Orwell, NY

Average visibility in December - Orwell, 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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