December weather forecast
Taughannock Falls, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Taughannock Falls, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Taughannock Falls, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Taughannock Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.1 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Taughannock Falls, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow. In Taughannock Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.4 days and aggregates up to 34.65" (880mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Taughannock Falls.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34°F (1.1°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Taughannock Falls, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Taughannock Falls, in December, during 16 snowfall days, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is typically 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 in Taughannock Falls.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Taughannock Falls is 2.9h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average temperature in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average pressure in December - Taughannock Falls, 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
Taughannock Falls, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average humidity in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

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

Average rainfall in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average rainfall in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average snowfall in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taughannock Falls, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Taughannock Falls, 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 (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average UV index in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Taughannock Falls, 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 36).

Average visibility in December
Taughannock Falls, NY

Average visibility in December - Taughannock Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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