December weather forecast
West Seneca, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Seneca, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). Night temperatures during December experience a slight downturn, averaging a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in West Seneca is 84%.

Rainfall

In West Seneca, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Seneca, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Seneca, New York, are January through May, October through December. In West Seneca, in December, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow. In West Seneca, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In West Seneca, in December, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Diving into 41.5°F (5.3°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in West Seneca, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Seneca is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Seneca are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Seneca?

December temperatures in West Seneca vary between a high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Seneca?

In West Seneca, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

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

In West Seneca, New York, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Seneca in December?

In West Seneca, New York, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December in West Seneca?

In West Seneca, in December, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

The month with the shortest days in West Seneca, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in West Seneca, New York, is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Seneca?

On the first day of December in West Seneca, New York, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

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

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Seneca?

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

How high is the UV index in December in West Seneca?

In West Seneca, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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 Seneca, NY

Average temperature in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Seneca, NY

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

Average wind speed in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Seneca, NY

Average humidity in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

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

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Average rainfall in December
West Seneca, NY

Average rainfall in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

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

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Average rainfall days in December
West Seneca, NY

Average rainfall days in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Seneca, NY

Average snowfall in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Seneca, NY

Average snowfall days in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
West Seneca, NY

Average sea temperature in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34.9°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Seneca, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Seneca, 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: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Seneca, NY

Average sunshine days in December - West Seneca, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Seneca, NY

Average UV index in December - West Seneca, 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 Seneca, NY

Average cloud cover in December - West Seneca, 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 29).

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Average visibility in December
West Seneca, NY

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

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

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