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

Planning a trip to Buffalo in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Buffalo generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

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.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 68 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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 in December and which places have the best weather 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 Buffalo in December?

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 in December.

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

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