December weather forecast
Pierceville, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pierceville, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). Consistently, Pierceville reports average nighttime temperatures of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during December, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pierceville, New York, is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pierceville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pierceville, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow. In Pierceville, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.2 days and aggregates up to 50.98" (1295mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Pierceville, is 33.3°F (0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Pierceville?

In Pierceville, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pierceville have in December?

In Pierceville, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pierceville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Pierceville, NY

Average temperature in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Pierceville, NY

Average pressure in December - Pierceville, 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
Pierceville, NY

Average wind speed in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Pierceville, NY

Average humidity in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Pierceville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Pierceville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

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

Average snowfall in December
Pierceville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pierceville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pierceville, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pierceville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Pierceville, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pierceville, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Pierceville, NY

Average visibility in December - Pierceville, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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