December weather forecast
Richford, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). Richford observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Richford, New York, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Richford, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Richford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Richford, New York. In Richford, in December, snow falls for 16.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.1 snowfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Richford, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Richford?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Richford during December are 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Richford?

In Richford, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richford?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Richford in December?

In December, in Richford, it is snowing for 16.4 days. Throughout December, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richford?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Richford, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richford?

On the first day of December in Richford, New York, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richford have in December?

In Richford, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Richford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Richford is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richford, NY

Average temperature in December - Richford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°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 (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°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 (16°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richford, NY

Average pressure in December - Richford, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Richford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Richford, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richford, NY

Average humidity in December - Richford, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richford, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Richford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Richford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Richford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 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
Richford, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richford, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Richford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Richford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richford, NY

Average UV index in December - Richford, 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
Richford, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Richford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Richford, NY

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

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

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