December weather forecast
Peru, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Peru, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Peru observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In the month of December, Peru experiences an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Peru is 83%.

Rainfall

In Peru, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Peru are January through May, October through December. In Peru, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow. In Peru, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.2 days and aggregates up to 37.13" (943mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Peru, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Peru, New York, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Peru, New York, is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Peru are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. On your guard! Snow's reflection 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 it in Peru in December?

In Peru, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Peru?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Peru in December?

In Peru, New York, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Peru in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Peru?

December has the shortest days of the year in Peru, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Peru have in December?

The average day length in December in Peru, New York, is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Peru?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peru have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Peru, New York, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Peru?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Peru?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Peru, New York, is 1. A UV Index estimate 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
Peru, NY

Average temperature in December - Peru, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Peru, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Peru, NY

Average wind speed in December - Peru, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Peru, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Peru, NY

Average rainfall in December - Peru, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Peru, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peru, NY

Average snowfall in December - Peru, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peru, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peru, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peru, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Peru, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Peru, NY

Average UV index in December - Peru, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Peru, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Peru, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Peru, NY

Average visibility in December - Peru, 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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