December weather forecast
Oswegatchie, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oswegatchie, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Nighttime temperature in Oswegatchie dips to a mean of 21°F (-6.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Oswegatchie, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oswegatchie, there are 165.7 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oswegatchie. In Oswegatchie, in December, during 18 snowfall days, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oswegatchie, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.7 days and aggregates up to 41.57" (1056mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Oswegatchie is 3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oswegatchie?

In December, in Oswegatchie, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oswegatchie?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oswegatchie?

In Oswegatchie, New York, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oswegatchie in December?

In Oswegatchie, New York, in December, during 18 snowfall days, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oswegatchie?

December has the shortest days of the year in Oswegatchie, New York, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oswegatchie?

In Oswegatchie, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oswegatchie?

On the first day of December in Oswegatchie, New York, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oswegatchie have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Oswegatchie is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Oswegatchie?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Oswegatchie?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average temperature in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average pressure in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average wind speed in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average humidity in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average rainfall in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average snowfall in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 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
Oswegatchie, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average UV index in December - Oswegatchie, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Oswegatchie, NY

Average visibility in December - Oswegatchie, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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