December weather forecast
West Carthage, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Carthage, New York, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a wintry 32°F (0°C). West Carthage, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In West Carthage, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Carthage.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Carthage, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures in West Carthage vary between a high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and a low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Carthage, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in West Carthage in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 9.25" (235mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In West Carthage, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Carthage have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°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 (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
West Carthage, NY

Average pressure in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Carthage, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
West Carthage, NY

Average humidity in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
West Carthage, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
West Carthage, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Carthage, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Carthage, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Carthage, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Carthage, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Carthage, NY

Average UV index in December - West Carthage, 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
West Carthage, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
West Carthage, NY

Average visibility in December - West Carthage, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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