December weather forecast
Parish, NY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

In Parish, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Parish marks an average drop to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during nighttime in December, following the high of the day.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Parish, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated. 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 December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 8.54" (217mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 36.61" (930mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Parish, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Parish, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Parish, New York, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 8.54" (217mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Parish have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Parish, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parish have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Parish, NY

Average temperature in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average pressure in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average wind speed in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average humidity in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average rainfall in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average snowfall in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average UV index in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Parish, 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
Parish, NY

Average visibility in December - Parish, 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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