Syracuse (NY)
December
Weather in Syracuse, New York for December 2026
Your guide to Syracuse weather in December - trends and predictions
Syracuse typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 10 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Syracuse at the beginning of December is 1.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 2.8 °C by the end of December.
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15
Dry days
6
Rainy days
10
Snow days
2°/-3°
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22 km/h
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84 %
Avg humidity
Syracuse Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Syracuse
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December weather in Syracuse day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Light rain | 2° /-2° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Moderate rain | 4° /-2° | 10.7 mm | 7.2 cm | |
| Dec. 3 | Moderate rain | 3° /0° | 8.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Light snow | 2° /-2° | 5.6 mm | 3.3 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Light snow | 0° /-4° | 8.2 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| Dec. 6 |  Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Light snow | 1° /-4° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Moderate rain | 3° /-3° | 16.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 10 |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 6° /1° | 19.6 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-2° | 9.2 mm | 5.4 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Light snow | 0° /-4° | 1.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Dec. 13 |  Light snow showers | -1° /-6° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Light snow | -1° /-6° | 3.8 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Light snow | 2° /-4° | 2.6 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Light rain | 5° /1° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Moderate rain | 6° /1° | 19.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Light snow | 3° /-3° | 12 mm | 4.9 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Light snow | 1° /-3° | 1.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 22 |  Sunny | 1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Light rain | 1° /-3° | 4.4 mm | 2.8 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Light rain | 1° /-2° | 6.9 mm | 4.3 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Light rain | -1° /-4° | 3 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Moderate rain | 2° /-1° | 8.6 mm | 1 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Light drizzle | 5° /-1° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Light rain | 7° /1° | 9.4 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Moderate rain | 3° /-2° | 11.4 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Light snow | 2° /-2° | 2.5 mm | 1.8 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Syracuse in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Syracuse forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Syracuse in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Syracuse during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Syracuse during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 176.5 mm is expected in Syracuse during December, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Syracuse in December 2026?
Syracuse experiences an average snowfall of 43.9 cm during December, occurring over 10 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Syracuse during December?
The average wind speed in Syracuse during December is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Syracuse snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Syracuse sees 10 snowy days during December, with approximately 43.9 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Syracuse
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Typically, Syracuse has 6 rainy days in December with a total of 176.5 mm of rainfall.
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