December weather forecast
Surprise, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Surprise, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). In the month of December, Surprise experiences an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Surprise, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Surprise, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Surprise, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 snowfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Surprise, is 34.9°F (1.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Surprise, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Surprise?

In Surprise, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Surprise, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Surprise is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Surprise?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Surprise, NY

Average temperature in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Surprise, NY

Average pressure in December - Surprise, 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
Surprise, NY

Average wind speed in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Surprise, NY

Average humidity in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Surprise, NY

Average rainfall in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Surprise, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Surprise, NY

Average snowfall in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Surprise, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Surprise, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Surprise, NY

Average UV index in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Surprise, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Surprise, NY

Average visibility in December - Surprise, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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