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Buffalo weather in December (New York State, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Buffalo in December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In December, Buffalo typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 4°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -3°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Buffalo in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 68 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Buffalo. May, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Buffalo climate page with graphs.

 

Buffalo, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 68 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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