December weather forecast
Far Rockaway, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Far Rockaway, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Far Rockaway's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). During December, nights in Far Rockaway, New York, cool slightly to an average low of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In Far Rockaway, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Far Rockaway, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Far Rockaway, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Far Rockaway, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Far Rockaway, New York, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Far Rockaway. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Far Rockaway in December?

In Far Rockaway, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Far Rockaway?

In December, the average relative humidity in Far Rockaway, New York, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Far Rockaway in December?

In Far Rockaway, New York, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Far Rockaway in December?

In Far Rockaway, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Far Rockaway?

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

How many hours of daylight does Far Rockaway have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Far Rockaway?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Far Rockaway have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Far Rockaway is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Far Rockaway?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Far Rockaway.

What is the UV index reading in December in Far Rockaway?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Far Rockaway, New York, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average temperature in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average pressure in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average wind speed in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average humidity in December - Far Rockaway, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall in December - Far Rockaway, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall in December - Far Rockaway, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Far Rockaway, NY

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

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average UV index in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Far Rockaway, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Far Rockaway, NY

Average visibility in December - Far Rockaway, 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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