December weather forecastCayuga, NY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Cayuga, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.1°F (1.7°C) and min 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). During December, the nighttime temperatures align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In Cayuga, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Cayuga, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cayuga, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cayuga, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.3 days and aggregates up to 20.75" (527mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in December
Cayuga, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").
Average rainfall days in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 3.9"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cayuga, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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: 3h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cayuga, 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 (6.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Cayuga, 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
Cayuga, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 69
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Cayuga, 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).
