December weather forecast
Zena, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zena, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C) and an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). Zena records an average nighttime low of 25°F (-3.9°C) in December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Zena.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Zena is 4.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Zena, 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 25°F (-3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Zena.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Zena, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Zena, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Zena?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Zena, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Zena, NY

Average temperature in December - Zena, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Zena, NY

Average pressure in December - Zena, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Zena, NY

Average wind speed in December - Zena, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Zena, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Zena, NY

Average rainfall in December - Zena, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Zena, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Zena, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zena, NY

Average snowfall in December - Zena, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zena, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Zena, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zena, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zena, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Zena, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Zena, NY

Average UV index in December - Zena, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Zena, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Zena, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Zena, NY

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

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

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