December weather forecastEast Massapequa, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in East Massapequa, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).Temperature
The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). East Massapequa's nocturnal December readings average at a wintry 37°F (2.8°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in East Massapequa is 74%.Rainfall
In East Massapequa, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In East Massapequa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In East Massapequa, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In East Massapequa, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.8 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 13.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).
Average humidity in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).
Average rainfall in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Massapequa, 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: 4h and 54min
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
East Massapequa, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
East Massapequa, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
East Massapequa, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
East Massapequa, 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).
