December weather forecast
Wayland, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wayland, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). An average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Wayland, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wayland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.7 days and collects up to 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wayland, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.18" (157mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 84.4 snowfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wayland, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wayland, New York. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wayland in December?

During December, Wayland experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wayland?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Wayland?

In Wayland, New York, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wayland in December?

In Wayland, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wayland?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Wayland?

The average day length in December in Wayland, New York, is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wayland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wayland, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wayland?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wayland is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wayland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wayland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Wayland is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wayland, NY

Average temperature in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Wayland, NY

Average pressure in December - Wayland, 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
Wayland, NY

Average wind speed in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wayland, NY

Average humidity in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

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

Average rainfall in December
Wayland, NY

Average rainfall in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Wayland, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wayland, NY

Average snowfall in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wayland, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wayland, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wayland, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Wayland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Wayland, NY

Average UV index in December - Wayland, 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
Wayland, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Wayland, 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 40).

Average visibility in December
Wayland, NY

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

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

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