December weather forecast
South Onondaga, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Onondaga, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). December in South Onondaga witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In South Onondaga, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In South Onondaga, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Onondaga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Onondaga are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in South Onondaga are February and December, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Onondaga, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Onondaga?

In South Onondaga, 34.5°F (1.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in South Onondaga?

In December, the average relative humidity in South Onondaga, New York, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Onondaga?

In South Onondaga, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in South Onondaga?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in South Onondaga?

In December, in South Onondaga, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Onondaga?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in South Onondaga?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Onondaga?

On the first day of December in South Onondaga, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Onondaga have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Onondaga, New York, is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Onondaga?

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 South Onondaga?

In South Onondaga, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average temperature in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°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 (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average pressure in December - South Onondaga, 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
South Onondaga, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

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 (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average humidity in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Onondaga, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average UV index in December - South Onondaga, 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
South Onondaga, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

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

Average visibility in December
South Onondaga, NY

Average visibility in December - South Onondaga, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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