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

Is December a good time to explore Utica weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Utica includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 3°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -5°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Utica in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see snow/rain.

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 Utica. May and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Utica, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 68 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

Data from: Syracuse, the United States of America (74 KM, 46 Miles).

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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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