December weather forecast
Spafford Valley, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Spafford Valley, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

Spafford Valley's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). An average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Spafford Valley, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.8 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Spafford Valley, in December, snow falls for 15.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 16.93" (430mm) 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, 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 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Spafford Valley, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Spafford Valley, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Spafford Valley?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Spafford Valley, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Spafford Valley, in December, during 15.1 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Spafford Valley have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average temperature in December - Spafford Valley, 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 (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average pressure in December - Spafford Valley, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average wind speed in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average humidity in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average rainfall in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average snowfall in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spafford Valley, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average UV index in December - Spafford Valley, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Spafford Valley, NY

Average visibility in December - Spafford Valley, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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