December weather forecast
Glen Oaks, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Glen Oaks, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Glen Oaks's nighttime temperatures in December settle close to daytime highs at an average of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Glen Oaks, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Glen Oaks, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Glen Oaks, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Glen Oaks, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Glen Oaks, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks, New York. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Glen Oaks in December?

Glen Oaks in December has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glen Oaks?

In Glen Oaks, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Glen Oaks?

In Glen Oaks, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Glen Oaks?

In Glen Oaks, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glen Oaks?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Glen Oaks?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Glen Oaks?

On the first day of December in Glen Oaks, New York, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Glen Oaks?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Glen Oaks?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Glen Oaks?

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

Average temperature in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average pressure in December - Glen Oaks, 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average wind speed in December - Glen Oaks, 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 (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average humidity in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average rainfall in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average snowfall in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Oaks, 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average UV index in December - Glen Oaks, 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Glen Oaks, 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average visibility in December - Glen Oaks, 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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