December weather forecast
Russell, NY

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Russell, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

In Russell, New York, the average high-temperature in December drops from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average low-temperature, in Russell, is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Russell is 86%.

Rainfall

In Russell, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Russell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.8 days and collects up to 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Russell, New York, are January through May, November and December. In Russell, during 7.7 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 55min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Russell.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Russell are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Russell?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Russell, New York, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Russell?

The average relative humidity in December in Russell is 86%.

How much does it rain in Russell in December?

In Russell, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Russell?

In Russell, New York, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Russell?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 55min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in December?

In Russell, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Russell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Russell, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Russell?

The average sunshine duration in December in Russell, New York, is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Russell?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Russell?

In Russell, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Russell, NY

Average temperature in December - Russell, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Russell, NY

Average pressure in December - Russell, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"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
Russell, NY

Average wind speed in December - Russell, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Russell, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Russell, NY

Average rainfall in December - Russell, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Russell, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Russell, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Russell, NY

Average snowfall in December - Russell, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Russell, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Russell, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Russell, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Russell, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 55min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 29min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 55min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 54min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Russell, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Russell, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Russell, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Russell, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Russell, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Russell, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (5mi).

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