Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Orchard Park observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). December nights reflect a consistent temperature dip to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C), a slight descent from daytime peaks.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Orchard Park, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orchard Park, in December, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow. In Orchard Park, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Orchard Park, New York.On the first day of December in Orchard Park, 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
In December, the average sunshine in Orchard Park is 2.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Orchard Park are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Orchard Park?
What is the average humidity in December in Orchard Park?
How many days does it rain in December in Orchard Park?
How many days does it snow in December in Orchard Park?
What is the month with the shortest days in Orchard Park?
How many hours of daylight does Orchard Park have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orchard Park?
How many hours of sunshine does Orchard Park have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orchard Park?
What is the UV index reading in December in Orchard Park?
Average temperature in December
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
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 5min
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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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
Orchard Park, 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).
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