December weather forecast
Sonyea, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sonyea, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sonyea, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sonyea, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sonyea are January through May, October through December. In Sonyea, in December, during 16.1 snowfall days, 5.94" (151mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83.5 snowfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sonyea, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sonyea, New York, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sonyea in December?

In December, in Sonyea, the average high-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sonyea?

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

How much does it rain in Sonyea in December?

In Sonyea, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sonyea?

In December, in Sonyea, New York, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout December, 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sonyea?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sonyea have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sonyea?

On the first day of December in Sonyea, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sonyea?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sonyea, New York, is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sonyea?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sonyea?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sonyea is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sonyea, NY

Average temperature in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Sonyea, NY

Average pressure in December - Sonyea, 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
Sonyea, NY

Average wind speed in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Sonyea, NY

Average humidity in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sonyea, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Sonyea, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sonyea, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sonyea, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sonyea, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sonyea, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sonyea, NY

Average UV index in December - Sonyea, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sonyea, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sonyea, 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 August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Sonyea, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May and June (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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