December weather forecastMinerva, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Minerva, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In Minerva, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a still freezing cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C).Humidity
In Minerva, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In Minerva, New York, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Minerva, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated. In Minerva, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.1 days and aggregates up to 22.99" (584mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Minerva is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, in Minerva, New York, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Minerva, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Minerva, New York, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Minerva, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Minerva, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Minerva, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Minerva, NY
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Minerva, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in December
Minerva, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Minerva, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 4.53"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Minerva, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 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
Minerva, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Minerva, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Minerva, 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, February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Minerva, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in December
Minerva, NY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (4mi).
