December weather forecast
Pitcher, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Pitcher, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°F (0.6°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Pitcher, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pitcher, in December, during 15.4 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pitcher, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.5 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pitcher, New York, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pitcher, records 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pitcher, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pitcher, in December, snow falls for 15.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pitcher have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pitcher?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pitcher have in December?

In Pitcher, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November 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 Pitcher, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pitcher, NY

Average temperature in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pitcher, NY

Average pressure in December - Pitcher, 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
Pitcher, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Pitcher, NY

Average humidity in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Pitcher, NY

Average rainfall in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Pitcher, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pitcher, NY

Average snowfall in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pitcher, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pitcher, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pitcher, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pitcher, NY

Average UV index in December - Pitcher, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pitcher, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Pitcher, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Pitcher, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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