December weather forecastSilver Creek, NY

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Silver Creek, New York, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). In Silver Creek, nights during December observe an average temperature decrease to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Silver Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.9 days and collects up to 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. In Silver Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.7 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Silver Creek, New York, in December, the average water temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
Note: In water-based activities like swimming, this poses significant life risks. The cold water results in agonizing discomfort and quick hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to reduce the potential thermal damage.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Jun 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in Silver Creek, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Silver Creek, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In December, the average ocean temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

45.5°F

36.5°F

29.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.4mph

14.7mph

15.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

6.6

11.5

15.6

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.9

6.7

6.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average pressure in December: 30.06"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).

Average wind speed in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average wind speed in December: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average sea temperature in December: 40.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min

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 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 2h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average sunshine days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Silver Creek, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Silver Creek, NY

Average visibility in December: 5mi

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