December weather forecastStafford, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Stafford, New York, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).Temperature
The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). During the month of December, Stafford anticipates a mean low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Stafford, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stafford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.4 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stafford, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Stafford, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.1 days and aggregates up to 17.01" (432mm) of snow.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 7:24 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Stafford, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Stafford, New York, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Stafford, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 35.4°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 (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in December
Stafford, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Stafford, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Stafford, 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 May and July (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Stafford, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in December
Stafford, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Stafford, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Stafford, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stafford, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Stafford, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Stafford, 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, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Stafford, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Stafford, 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).
