December weather forecast
Sanford, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sanford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Sanford's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). The low-temperature average for Sanford during December stands at a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Sanford, New York.

Rainfall

In Sanford, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sanford, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sanford.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Sanford, New York, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sanford in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sanford, is 33.6°F (0.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Sanford?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Sanford.

What is the average humidity in December in Sanford?

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

How much does it rain in Sanford in December?

In Sanford, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sanford in December?

In Sanford, New York, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sanford?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in December?

In December, the average day length in Sanford, New York, is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sanford?

On the first day of December in Sanford, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Sanford?

The months with the least sunshine in Sanford, New York, are February and December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sanford is 2.7h.

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

January, November 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 Sanford?

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

Average temperature in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sanford, NY

Average pressure in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sanford, NY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sanford, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sanford, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sanford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sanford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sanford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 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
Sanford, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanford, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sanford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sanford, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Sanford, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sanford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Sanford, NY

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

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

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