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Weather in December

December in Rome, New York is distinctly marked by a full descent into winter. With a frigid temperature range from 22.8°F (-5.1°C) to 32°F (0°C), the city blankets itself in snow, showing an average snowfall of 9.61" (244mm). The days are notably shorter, giving way to long, cold nights. Despite the cold, the magic of the holiday season brings warmth to the city. Residents and visitors alike bundle up to enjoy the festive cheer, brightening up the cold, wintry days.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Rome, New York, decreases in December, shifting from 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a still cold 32°F (0°C). Throughout December nights, Rome registers an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rome is 87%.

Rainfall

In Rome, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.5 days and collects up to 38.54" (979mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rome. In December, it is snowing for 16.6 days. Throughout December, 9.61" (244mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rome, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.9 days and aggregates up to 44.49" (1130mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rome is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rome, New York, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rome in December?

In Rome, 32°F (0°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Rome?

In Rome, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Rome in December?

In December, in Rome, New York, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rome in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.6 days. Throughout December, 9.61" (244mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rome?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rome, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rome have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rome is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rome?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rome have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rome?

In Rome, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
42.6°F 5.9°C
32°F 0°C
26.1°F -3.3°C
Average low temperature
30.9°F -0.6°C
22.8°F -5.1°C
15.1°F -9.4°C
Average pressure
30.09" 764mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
30.05" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
8.6mph 13.8km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.3mph 15km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.7mph 22km/h
14.4mph 23.2km/h
14.9mph 24km/h
Average humidity
81%
87%
88%
Average rainfall
2.8" 71mm
3.39" 86mm
2.87" 73mm
Average rainfall days
13.2
12.5
9.6
Average snowfall
4.45" 113mm
9.61" 244mm
10.91" 277mm
Average snowfall days
8.9
16.6
21.8
Average daylight
9h 4min
9h 0min
9h 2min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
2h 5min
2h 4min
Average sunshine days
9.7
6.6
5
Average UV index
2
1
1
Average cloud cover
57%
71%
75%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km

Average temperature in December
Rome, NY

Average temperature in December - Rome, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rome, NY

Average pressure in December - Rome, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rome, NY

Average wind speed in December - Rome, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rome, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rome, NY

Average rainfall in December - Rome, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rome, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Rome, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rome, NY

Average snowfall in December - Rome, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rome, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Rome, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 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
Rome, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rome, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rome, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Rome, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rome, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Rome, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Rome, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Rome, NY

Average visibility in December - Rome, 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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