December weather forecast
Skunks Corner, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Skunks Corner, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). Skunks Corner's nocturnal readings in December exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Skunks Corner, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Skunks Corner, New York, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Skunks Corner, 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. Throughout the year, there are 59.1 snowfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min 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 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Skunks Corner, the average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Skunks Corner, is 34.9°F (1.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Skunks Corner, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Skunks Corner, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Skunks Corner, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Skunks Corner, NY

Average temperature in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average pressure in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average wind speed in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average humidity in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average rainfall in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average snowfall in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skunks Corner, 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 6min).

  • 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average UV index in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Skunks Corner, 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
Skunks Corner, NY

Average visibility in December - Skunks Corner, 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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