December weather forecast
Versailles, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Versailles, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). In December, a low-temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is characteristic of Versailles, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Versailles, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Versailles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Versailles?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Versailles, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) 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 in Versailles.

How many hours of daylight does Versailles have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Versailles, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Versailles, NY

Average temperature in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Versailles, NY

Average pressure in December - Versailles, 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
Versailles, NY

Average wind speed in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Versailles, NY

Average humidity in December - Versailles, 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, May, August and September (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Versailles, NY

Average rainfall in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Versailles, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Versailles, NY

Average snowfall in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Versailles, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Versailles, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Versailles, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Versailles, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Versailles, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Versailles, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Versailles, NY

Average visibility in December - Versailles, 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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