Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) is experienced.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Canton, New York, is 86%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canton, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.8 days and collects up to 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Canton, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Canton.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Canton, New York, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Canton, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Canton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Canton?
How many days does it snow in December in Canton?
What is the month with the shortest days in Canton?
How many hours of daylight does Canton have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Canton, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Canton, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Canton, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Canton, NY
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Canton, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Canton, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Canton, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Canton, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Canton, NY
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Canton, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Canton, NY
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Canton, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 70
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Canton, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (5mi).
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