December weather forecast
Phelps, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Phelps, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Phelps, during December nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Phelps, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Phelps, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Phelps, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Phelps, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Phelps, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.8 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Phelps is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Phelps, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Phelps, New York, is 3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Phelps in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Phelps, is 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Phelps?

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

How much does it rain in Phelps in December?

In Phelps, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Phelps?

In December, in Phelps, New York, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Phelps?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Phelps have in December?

The average day length in December in Phelps is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Phelps?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Phelps, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Phelps have in December?

In Phelps, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Phelps?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Phelps?

In Phelps, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Phelps, NY

Average temperature in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Phelps, NY

Average pressure in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Phelps, NY

Average wind speed in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Phelps, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Phelps, NY

Average rainfall in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Phelps, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Phelps, NY

Average snowfall in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Phelps, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Phelps, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Phelps, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Phelps, NY

Average UV index in December - Phelps, 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
Phelps, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Phelps, NY

Average visibility in December - Phelps, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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