December weather forecastMedusa, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Medusa, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Temperature
December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). Medusa cools down to an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Medusa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.65" (169mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Medusa, the average sunshine in December is 4h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Medusa, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Medusa, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.06"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).
Average wind speed in December
Medusa, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Medusa, NY
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Medusa, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").
Average rainfall days in December
Medusa, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Medusa, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 6.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Medusa, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Medusa, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Medusa, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Medusa, NY
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Medusa, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Medusa, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
