December weather forecast
Afton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Afton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Afton, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Afton is 87%.

Rainfall

In Afton, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Afton, in December, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.5 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Afton, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Afton, New York, is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Afton, New York, are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Afton?

In Afton, in December, the average high-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Afton?

In Afton, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Afton in December?

In Afton, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Afton in December?

In Afton, New York, in December, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Afton?

The month with the shortest days in Afton, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In Afton, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Afton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Afton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Afton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Afton, New York, are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Afton?

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

Average temperature in December - Afton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Afton, NY

Average pressure in December - Afton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Afton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Afton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Afton, NY

Average humidity in December - Afton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Afton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Afton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Afton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Afton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Afton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Afton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Afton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Afton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Afton, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Afton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Afton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Afton, NY

Average UV index in December - Afton, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Afton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Afton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Afton, NY

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

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

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