December weather forecastAristotle, NY

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Aristotle, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). In Aristotle, December nights cool down to an average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Aristotle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Aristotle. In December, it is snowing for 17.6 days. Throughout December, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated. In Aristotle, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 46.38" (1178mm) of snow.

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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During December, Aristotle experiences an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

In Aristotle, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In December, it is snowing for 17.6 days. Throughout December, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

In Aristotle, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Aristotle, 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
Aristotle, NY

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Aristotle, NY

  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Aristotle, NY

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Aristotle, NY

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Aristotle, NY

  • Average snowfall in December: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Aristotle, NY

  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min

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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Aristotle, NY

  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Aristotle, 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
Aristotle, NY

  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Aristotle, NY

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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