December weather forecast
Vestal, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Vestal, New York, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In Vestal, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Vestal, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vestal, there are 155.2 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Vestal, New York. In Vestal, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. In Vestal, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 21.1" (536mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Vestal, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Vestal?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vestal?

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

How much does it rain in Vestal in December?

In Vestal, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Vestal in December?

In Vestal, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vestal?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Vestal?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Vestal?

On the first day of December in Vestal, New York, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Vestal?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Vestal?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vestal, NY

Average temperature in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Vestal, NY

Average pressure in December - Vestal, 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
Vestal, NY

Average wind speed in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Vestal, NY

Average humidity in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Vestal, NY

Average rainfall in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Vestal, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Vestal, NY

Average snowfall in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Vestal, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 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
Vestal, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vestal, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Vestal, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Vestal, NY

Average UV index in December - Vestal, 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
Vestal, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Vestal, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Vestal, NY

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

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

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