December weather forecastAtlantic Beach, NY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Atlantic Beach, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C).Temperature
A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). The month of December in Atlantic Beach is marked by an average minimum temperature of 36°F (2.2°C), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Atlantic Beach is 75%.Rainfall
In Atlantic Beach, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Atlantic Beach, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Atlantic Beach, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 48°F (8.9°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Atlantic Beach is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Atlantic Beach, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Atlantic Beach, the average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Atlantic Beach are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.65"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Atlantic Beach, NY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
