December weather forecast
Flushing, NY

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Weather in December

The close of the year in Flushing brings in full-fledged winter weather. Average high and low temperatures drop to 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively. Showcasing its winter character, December has the second highest snowfall of 1.65" (42mm), coinciding with the shorter daylight hours. The frequency of snowfall increases to 3.6 days in the month. The weather across Flushing grows colder and darker, bringing the calendar year to its wintery conclusion.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Flushing's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Flushing's evenings during December maintain an average temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Flushing are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Flushing. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Flushing, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Flushing, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.1 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Flushing is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Flushing, New York, 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Flushing during December?

During December, Flushing experiences an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months in Flushing?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Flushing, New York.

What is the average humidity in December in Flushing?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Flushing?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Flushing?

In Flushing, New York, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Flushing in December?

In Flushing, New York, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Flushing?

December has the shortest days of the year in Flushing, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Flushing?

The average day length in December in Flushing, New York, is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Flushing?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Flushing?

In Flushing, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Flushing?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Flushing?

In Flushing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Flushing, NY

Average temperature in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Flushing, NY

Average pressure in December - Flushing, 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
Flushing, NY

Average wind speed in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Flushing, NY

Average humidity in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Flushing, NY

Average rainfall in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Flushing, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Flushing, NY

Average snowfall in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Flushing, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Flushing, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Flushing, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Flushing, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Flushing, NY

Average UV index in December - Flushing, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Flushing, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Flushing, 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 28).

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Average visibility in December
Flushing, NY

Average visibility in December - Flushing, 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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