December weather forecast
Otego, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Otego, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Otego's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a still wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Otego, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Otego, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Otego, New York, in December, during 16.7 snowfall days, 8.35" (212mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Otego, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.9 days and aggregates up to 48.23" (1225mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Otego, New York. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in Otego in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Otego, during December, snow falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Otego is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Otego, NY

Average temperature in December - Otego, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Otego, NY

Average pressure in December - Otego, 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
Otego, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Otego, NY

Average humidity in December - Otego, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Otego, NY

Average rainfall in December - Otego, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Otego, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Otego, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Otego, NY

Average snowfall in December - Otego, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Otego, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Otego, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otego, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Otego, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Otego, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Otego, NY

Average UV index in December - Otego, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Otego, NY

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

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 41).

Average visibility in December
Otego, NY

Average visibility in December - Otego, 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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