December weather forecast
Colton, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Colton, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Throughout December, Colton's nights cool down to an average of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Colton is 86%.

Rainfall

In Colton, New York, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Colton, there are 156 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Colton, New York, during December, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.7 snowfall days, and 37.99" (965mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Colton is 2.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Colton in December?

In Colton, 30.2°F (-1°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Colton?

The average relative humidity in December in Colton is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Colton?

In Colton, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colton in December?

In Colton, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colton?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Colton, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Colton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colton, New York, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Colton?

In Colton, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Colton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Colton is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colton, NY

Average temperature in December - Colton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colton, NY

Average pressure in December - Colton, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Colton, NY

Average wind speed in December - Colton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Colton, NY

Average humidity in December - Colton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Colton, NY

Average rainfall in December - Colton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Colton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colton, NY

Average snowfall in December - Colton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Colton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 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
Colton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colton, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Colton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colton, NY

Average UV index in December - Colton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Colton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Colton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Colton, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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