December weather forecast
Olean, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Olean, New York, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). December's average low-temperature reading in Olean settles at a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Olean is 88%.

Rainfall

In Olean, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Olean, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Olean are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 18.8 days. Throughout December, 9.25" (235mm) of snow is accumulated. In Olean, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.6 days and aggregates up to 43.58" (1107mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Olean, New York, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Olean is 2.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Olean?

The high-temperature during December is 33.8°F (1°C) and the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Olean?

In Olean, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Olean in December?

In Olean, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Olean?

In Olean, New York, during December, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Olean?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Olean, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Olean have in December?

The average day length in December in Olean is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Olean?

On the first day of December in Olean, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Olean?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Olean?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Olean?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Olean, NY

Average temperature in December - Olean, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Olean, NY

Average pressure in December - Olean, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Olean, NY

Average wind speed in December - Olean, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Olean, NY

Average humidity in December - Olean, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Olean, NY

Average rainfall in December - Olean, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Olean, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Olean, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Olean, NY

Average snowfall in December - Olean, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Olean, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Olean, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 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
Olean, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olean, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Olean, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Olean, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Olean, NY

Average UV index in December - Olean, 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
Olean, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Olean, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
Olean, NY

Average visibility in December - Olean, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (4mi).

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