December weather forecast
Pittsford, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Pittsford, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C). An average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) is witnessed throughout the month of December, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pittsford, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pittsford, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pittsford, New York, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 24.53" (623mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Pittsford, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pittsford in December?

Pittsford in December has an average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pittsford?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Pittsford?

In Pittsford, New York, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Pittsford?

In Pittsford, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pittsford?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Pittsford?

In Pittsford, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pittsford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pittsford?

In Pittsford, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pittsford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pittsford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pittsford, New York, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Pittsford, NY

Average temperature in December - Pittsford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Pittsford, NY

Average pressure in December - Pittsford, 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
Pittsford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Pittsford, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Pittsford, NY

Average humidity in December - Pittsford, 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, May, July, August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Pittsford, NY

Average rainfall in December - Pittsford, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Pittsford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Pittsford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pittsford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Pittsford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pittsford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Pittsford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittsford, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pittsford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Pittsford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pittsford, NY

Average UV index in December - Pittsford, 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
Pittsford, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Pittsford, NY

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

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

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