December weather forecast
Cattaraugus, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cattaraugus, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Cattaraugus documents an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) for the nights of December.

Humidity

In Cattaraugus, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Cattaraugus, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cattaraugus, New York, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cattaraugus, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cattaraugus is 2.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cattaraugus in December?

During December, Cattaraugus experiences an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cattaraugus?

In Cattaraugus, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cattaraugus?

In Cattaraugus, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Cattaraugus?

The months with the most snowfall in Cattaraugus are January and December, with an average 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Cattaraugus in December?

In Cattaraugus, New York, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cattaraugus?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cattaraugus?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cattaraugus, New York, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cattaraugus have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cattaraugus is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cattaraugus?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Cattaraugus?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cattaraugus is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average temperature in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average pressure in December - Cattaraugus, 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
Cattaraugus, NY

Average wind speed in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average humidity in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, August and September (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average rainfall in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average snowfall in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Cattaraugus, NY

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cattaraugus, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cattaraugus, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Cattaraugus, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Cattaraugus, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Cattaraugus, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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