December weather forecast
West Groton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Groton, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

West Groton's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). The nighttime temperature in December experiences a minor dip, averaging a freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In West Groton, New York, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Groton, there are 143 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Groton, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 18.98" (482mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Groton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Groton in December?

December temperatures in West Groton, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Groton?

In West Groton, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Groton?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in West Groton?

In West Groton, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Groton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in West Groton?

In December, the average day length in West Groton, New York, is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Groton?

On the first day of December in West Groton, New York, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Groton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Groton is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Groton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Groton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in West Groton is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Groton, NY

Average temperature in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Groton, NY

Average pressure in December - West Groton, 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
West Groton, NY

Average wind speed in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Groton, NY

Average humidity in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Groton, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Groton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Groton, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Groton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 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
West Groton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Groton, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Groton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Groton, NY

Average UV index in December - West Groton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Groton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
West Groton, NY

Average visibility in December - West Groton, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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