December weather forecast
South Dayton, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Dayton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.9°F (1.6°C) and min 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). South Dayton navigates through December with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in South Dayton, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.3 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Dayton, New York, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.1 snowfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Dayton, New York.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in South Dayton is 2.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in South Dayton. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Dayton in December?

In December, in South Dayton, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Dayton?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Dayton?

In South Dayton, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in South Dayton?

In South Dayton, New York, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Dayton?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Dayton, New York.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Dayton?

In December, the average day length in South Dayton is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Dayton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Dayton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Dayton?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in South Dayton, New York.

How high is the UV index in December in South Dayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Dayton, New York, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Dayton, NY

Average temperature in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Dayton, NY

Average pressure in December - South Dayton, 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
South Dayton, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Dayton, NY

Average humidity in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Dayton, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Dayton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Dayton, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Dayton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
South Dayton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Dayton, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Dayton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Dayton, NY

Average UV index in December - South Dayton, 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
South Dayton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
South Dayton, NY

Average visibility in December - South Dayton, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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