December weather forecast
Shortsville, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shortsville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Shortsville, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shortsville, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 10.04" (255mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shortsville.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Shortsville?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shortsville during December are 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Shortsville, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shortsville, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shortsville in December?

In Shortsville, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shortsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shortsville?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Shortsville, New York, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Shortsville, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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 rainfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Shortsville, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Shortsville, NY

Average pressure in December - Shortsville, 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
Shortsville, NY

Average wind speed in December - Shortsville, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Shortsville, NY

Average humidity in December - Shortsville, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Shortsville, NY

Average rainfall in December - Shortsville, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Shortsville, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Shortsville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shortsville, NY

Average snowfall in December - Shortsville, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shortsville, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Shortsville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shortsville, 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
Shortsville, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Shortsville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Shortsville, NY

Average UV index in December - Shortsville, 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
Shortsville, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Shortsville, NY

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

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

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