December weather forecast
Canaan, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Canaan, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

In Canaan, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). Canaan in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Canaan is 84%.

Rainfall

In Canaan, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Canaan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Canaan, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Canaan, in December, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.2 days and aggregates up to 40.98" (1041mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Canaan, New York, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Canaan?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Canaan, New York, during December are 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Canaan?

In Canaan, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Canaan in December?

In Canaan, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Canaan?

In Canaan, New York, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canaan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Canaan have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Canaan?

On the first day of December in Canaan, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Canaan?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Canaan, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Canaan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Canaan is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Canaan, NY

Average temperature in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Canaan, NY

Average pressure in December - Canaan, 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
Canaan, NY

Average wind speed in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Canaan, NY

Average humidity in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Canaan, NY

Average rainfall in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in December
Canaan, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Canaan, NY

Average snowfall in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Canaan, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 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
Canaan, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canaan, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Canaan, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Canaan, NY

Average UV index in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Canaan, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Canaan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Canaan, NY

Average visibility in December - Canaan, 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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