December weather forecast
Rays Corners, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rays Corners, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Rays Corners experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). Rays Corners logs an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rays Corners is 86%.

Rainfall

In Rays Corners, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rays Corners, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.3 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rays Corners, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.1 days and aggregates up to 27.6" (701mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rays Corners, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rays Corners, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rays Corners, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rays Corners have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

What are the months with 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 temperature in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average temperature in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average pressure in December - Rays Corners, 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
Rays Corners, NY

Average wind speed in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average humidity in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average rainfall in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average snowfall in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average UV index in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rays Corners, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rays Corners, NY

Average visibility in December - Rays Corners, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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