December weather forecast
Penn Yan, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Penn Yan, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Penn Yan, New York, in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). In Penn Yan, in December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Penn Yan is 84%.

Rainfall

In Penn Yan, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Penn Yan, New York, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Penn Yan. In December, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout December, 6.18" (157mm) of snow is accumulated. In Penn Yan, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.1 days and aggregates up to 31.61" (803mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Penn Yan, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Penn Yan, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Penn Yan, New York. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Penn Yan in December?

In Penn Yan, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Penn Yan?

In Penn Yan, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Penn Yan in December?

In Penn Yan, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Penn Yan?

In December, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout December, 6.18" (157mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Penn Yan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Penn Yan have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Penn Yan?

On the first day of December in Penn Yan, New York, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Penn Yan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Penn Yan is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Penn Yan?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Penn Yan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Penn Yan, New York, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average temperature in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average pressure in December - Penn Yan, 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
Penn Yan, NY

Average wind speed in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average humidity in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average rainfall in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average snowfall in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Penn Yan, 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 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average UV index in December - Penn Yan, 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
Penn Yan, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Penn Yan, NY

Average visibility in December - Penn Yan, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September, November and December (5mi).

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