December weather forecast
South Lima, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Lima, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). During December, South Lima's temperature averages to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In South Lima, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in South Lima, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Lima, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.7 days and collects up to 27.83" (707mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in South Lima. In South Lima, in December, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.06" (154mm) of snow. In South Lima, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.5 days and aggregates up to 32.8" (833mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in South Lima, New York, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in South Lima, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in South Lima. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Lima in December?

In December, in South Lima, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Lima?

The average relative humidity in December in South Lima is 85%.

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

In South Lima, New York, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In December, in South Lima, New York, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout December, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

December has the shortest days of the year in South Lima, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In South Lima, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Lima?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Lima, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Lima?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Lima, New York, is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Lima?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Lima?

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

Average temperature in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Lima, NY

Average pressure in December - South Lima, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Lima, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Lima, NY

Average humidity in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Lima, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Lima, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Lima, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Lima, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 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 Lima, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Lima, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Lima, NY

Average UV index in December - South Lima, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Lima, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
South Lima, NY

Average visibility in December - South Lima, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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