December weather forecast
Wolcott, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wolcott, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and max 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). A minimal decline in temperature from daytime highs is anticipated in Wolcott throughout the December nights, averaging a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wolcott, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wolcott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wolcott. In Wolcott, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.7 snowfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wolcott in December?

In Wolcott, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wolcott?

In Wolcott, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Wolcott in December?

In Wolcott, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wolcott?

In Wolcott, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wolcott?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wolcott.

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

The average day length in December in Wolcott is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wolcott?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wolcott, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wolcott?

In Wolcott, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wolcott, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wolcott?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Wolcott is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Wolcott, NY

Average temperature in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wolcott, NY

Average pressure in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wolcott, NY

Average wind speed in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Wolcott, NY

Average humidity in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Wolcott, NY

Average rainfall in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.82").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Wolcott, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wolcott, NY

Average snowfall in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wolcott, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wolcott, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Wolcott, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Wolcott, NY

Average UV index in December - Wolcott, 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
Wolcott, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Wolcott, NY

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

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

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