December weather forecast
East Hampton, NY

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The very tall Montauk Point Lighthouse stands high on a hilly spot overlooking the rocky and pebbly shores of East Hampton in Long Island, New York
The very tall Montauk Point Lighthouse stands high on a hilly spot overlooking the rocky and pebbly shores of East Hampton in Long Island, New York

Weather in December

December welcomes East Hampton to winter once more, with temperatures further sliding down from November. The sea also backs off from the warmth, marking a reduced temperature of 50°F. The daylight hours drop to 9.3 hours, giving way to the longer winter nights. With the combination of chilly winds, the arrival of snowfall, and highs averaging around 45.1°F, East Hampton tucks itself into a winter slumber. The enthralling charm of snowy days and twinkling lights defines what December in East Hampton is all about.

Temperature

East Hampton's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's fresh 52.5°F to a chilly 45.1°F. Night temperatures during December in East Hampton stabilize at an average of 38.1°F, closely mirroring the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 3.54" of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Hampton are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.79" of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Hampton, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 5.94" of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in East Hampton is 50°F.
Note: Diving into 50°F is practical below 50°F, given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F feels ice-cold.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Hampton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in East Hampton, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in East Hampton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in East Hampton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in East Hampton, records 45.1°F, while the low-temperature is 38.1°F.

What is the average humidity in December in East Hampton?

In December, the average relative humidity in East Hampton is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in East Hampton?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" of precipitation.

How much does it rain in East Hampton in December?

In East Hampton, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 3.54" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in East Hampton?

In East Hampton, New York, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.79" of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in East Hampton?

In December, the average ocean temperature in East Hampton, New York, is 50°F. Swimming in 50°F is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Hampton?

The month with the shortest days in East Hampton, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in East Hampton?

The average day length in December in East Hampton, New York, is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in East Hampton?

On the first day of December in East Hampton, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in East Hampton?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does East Hampton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in East Hampton is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in East Hampton?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in East Hampton, New York.

How high is the UV index in December in East Hampton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Hampton, NY

Average temperature in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Hampton, NY

Average pressure in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
East Hampton, NY

Average wind speed in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 16mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Hampton, NY

Average humidity in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Hampton, NY

Average rainfall in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Hampton, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Hampton, NY

Average snowfall in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Hampton, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
East Hampton, NY

Average sea temperature in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 50°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (41°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Hampton, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Hampton, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Hampton, NY

Average UV index in December - East Hampton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
East Hampton, NY

Average cloud cover in December - East Hampton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
East Hampton, NY

Average visibility in December - East Hampton, 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).

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