December weather forecastHamburg, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hamburg, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.2°F (1.8°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).Temperature
Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Hamburg reaches an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) during the December nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Hamburg, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hamburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hamburg, New York. In Hamburg, in December, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow. In Hamburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Hamburg 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Hamburg, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 5.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hamburg, 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: 2h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Hamburg, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Hamburg, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
