December weather forecast
Salisbury Center, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Salisbury Center, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Salisbury Center in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a still wintry 32°F (0°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Salisbury Center, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salisbury Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 15 days. Throughout December, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated. In Salisbury Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.1 days and aggregates up to 35.59" (904mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Salisbury Center, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Salisbury Center are January, February, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Salisbury Center, is 32°F (0°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Salisbury Center, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Salisbury Center, New York, in December, during 15 snowfall days, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salisbury Center?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Salisbury Center, the average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Salisbury Center have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Salisbury Center?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Salisbury Center.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average temperature in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average pressure in December - Salisbury Center, 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
Salisbury Center, NY

Average wind speed in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average humidity in December - Salisbury Center, 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 (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average rainfall in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average snowfall in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salisbury Center, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average UV index in December - Salisbury Center, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Salisbury Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Salisbury Center, NY

Average visibility in December - Salisbury Center, 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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