December weather forecastHempstead, NY
December
Weather in December
Drawing to the end, December in Hempstead witnesses the final transformation from late fall to full winter, with the days recording their shortest daylight time of the year at 9.3 hours, compared to November. As the winter sets in, temperatures drop, paving way for the festive season of cosying by a warm fire. The first hints of snow become visible, with the city experiencing an average snowfall of 0.12" (3mm) after the cessation from April to November. Residents look forward to the charm of freshly fallen snow just in time for the holiday season, while the brisk winds wrapping around the city remind of the impending deep winter. Despite the decreased daylight length, the month is filled with city festivities, offering ample opportunities for residents to engage in winter activities.Temperature
The advent of December in Hempstead brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). December nights in Hempstead register a minor temperature decline, steadying at an icy 36°F (2.2°C).Humidity
In Hempstead, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Hempstead are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Hempstead. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Hempstead, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Hempstead, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 12.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").
Average rainfall days in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hempstead, 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: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hempstead, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Hempstead, 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
Hempstead, NY
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Hempstead, 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).
