December weather forecast
Long Island City, NY

Share

Weather in December

December ushers in the full effect of winter in Long Island City, characterized by decreased temperatures and longer nights. The thermometer falls to a yearly low, reaching a minimum of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a maximum of 42.4°F (5.8°C). The advent of winter is underscored by shorter daylight hours, an increased cloud cover, and snow. Winter's hallmark, the first snowfall, is typically experienced in this month. Despite the chilling environment, the festive atmosphere renders a cosy charm to December's weather.

Temperature

Long Island City's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Long Island City, the month of December records an average minimum temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Long Island City, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall in Long Island City, New York, are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Long Island City, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Long Island City 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Long Island City during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Long Island City, New York, during December are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Long Island City?

The months with the highest humidity in Long Island City, New York, are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Long Island City?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Long Island City in December?

In Long Island City, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Long Island City?

The months with the most snowfall in Long Island City, New York, are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start to snow in Long Island City?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Island City?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Long Island City have in December?

In Long Island City, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Long Island City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Long Island City, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Long Island City?

In Long Island City, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Long Island City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Long Island City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Long Island City, NY

Average temperature in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Long Island City, NY

Average pressure in December - Long Island City, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Long Island City, NY

Average wind speed in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Long Island City, NY

Average humidity in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Island City, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Island City, 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).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Long Island City, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Long Island City, NY

Average UV index in December - Long Island City, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Long Island City, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Long Island City, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Long Island City, NY

Average visibility in December - Long Island City, 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).

[Resources]

Long Island City, New York, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location