December weather forecast
Wayne, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wayne, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). In Wayne, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Wayne, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wayne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wayne, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wayne, there are 71.7 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wayne, is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wayne?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wayne, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wayne in December?

In Wayne, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wayne have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wayne have in December?

In Wayne, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wayne, NY

Average temperature in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wayne, NY

Average pressure in December - Wayne, 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
Wayne, NY

Average wind speed in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Wayne, NY

Average humidity in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Wayne, NY

Average rainfall in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Wayne, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wayne, NY

Average snowfall in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wayne, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wayne, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wayne, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wayne, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wayne, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Wayne, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Wayne, NY

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

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

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