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

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Watertown during December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of December in Watertown typically includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 2°C. But by evening, they drop to around -6°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Watertown in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 18 days will experience snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 75 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Watertown. May, July, August and September generally stand out with 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 Watertown climate page with graphs.

 

Watertown, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 27% *  

Data from: Kingston, Canada (53 KM, 33 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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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