December weather forecast
Batavia, NY

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Weather in December

December ushers in winter, with its return to colder temperatures and increasing snowfall. Average highs and lows reach 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C), respectively, while snowfall rises to a substantial 6.69" (170mm). With the shortest daylight time and the lowest amount of sunshine at 2.8 hours, expect short, chilly days and long, colder nights. Amidst the winter chill, the festive holiday season warms the atmosphere in Batavia, making December a lively end to the year despite the icy weather.

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Batavia, in December, during 16.9 snowfall days, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Batavia, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.1 days and aggregates up to 37.52" (953mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Batavia, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Batavia, New York, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Batavia in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Batavia, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Batavia?

In Batavia, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Batavia?

In Batavia, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Batavia in December?

In Batavia, New York, during December, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Batavia?

December has the shortest days of the year in Batavia, New York, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Batavia, New York, is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Batavia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Batavia, New York, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Batavia?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Batavia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Batavia?

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

Average temperature in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Batavia, NY

Average pressure in December - Batavia, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Batavia, NY

Average wind speed in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Batavia, NY

Average humidity in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July, August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Batavia, NY

Average rainfall in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Batavia, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Batavia, NY

Average snowfall in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Batavia, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.5 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
Batavia, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Batavia, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Batavia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Batavia, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Batavia, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Batavia, NY

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

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

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