December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Speculator, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Speculator observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). A mild drop to an average of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) marks the nights during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Speculator, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Speculator, during December, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) of snow. In Speculator, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.1 days and aggregates up to 49.02" (1245mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Speculator.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Speculator, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Speculator, 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.6°F (-5.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Speculator in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Speculator, in December, during 14.4 snowfall days, 8.94" (227mm) 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 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Speculator have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Speculator?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Speculator?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with 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 Speculator, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Speculator, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h 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: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Speculator, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Speculator, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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