December weather forecast
Sodus, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sodus, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.1°F (2.3°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). Throughout December, Sodus observes a steady low-temperature average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C), reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sodus, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Sodus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.8 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sodus, New York, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sodus, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.1 days and aggregates up to 22.99" (584mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Sodus experiences an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Sodus in December?

In Sodus, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sodus?

In December, in Sodus, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Sodus, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Sodus, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sodus, NY

Average temperature in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Sodus, NY

Average pressure in December - Sodus, 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
Sodus, NY

Average wind speed in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sodus, NY

Average humidity in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Sodus, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Sodus, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sodus, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sodus, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sodus, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sodus, NY

Average UV index in December - Sodus, 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
Sodus, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Sodus, NY

Average visibility in December - Sodus, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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