December weather forecastHead of the Harbor, NY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Head of the Harbor, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).Temperature
The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, a modest shift from daytime highs is anticipated, with an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Head of the Harbor, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 5.59" (142mm) 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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Head of the Harbor, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Head of the Harbor, 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
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 12.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 1.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Head of the Harbor, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Head of the Harbor, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Head of the Harbor, 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).
