December weather forecast
Maspeth, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Maspeth, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). During December, Maspeth's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months in Maspeth.

Rainfall

In Maspeth, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maspeth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Maspeth 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 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Maspeth, the average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Maspeth?

The high-temperature, in December, in Maspeth, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Maspeth?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Maspeth?

In Maspeth, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Maspeth in December?

In December, in Maspeth, New York, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Maspeth?

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

When does it start snowing in Maspeth?

December is the first month it typically snows in Maspeth, New York. 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 Maspeth?

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

How many hours of daylight does Maspeth have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Maspeth?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maspeth have in December?

In Maspeth, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Maspeth?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maspeth, NY

Average temperature in December - Maspeth, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Maspeth, NY

Average pressure in December - Maspeth, 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
Maspeth, NY

Average wind speed in December - Maspeth, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Maspeth, NY

Average humidity in December - Maspeth, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Maspeth, NY

Average rainfall in December - Maspeth, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Maspeth, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Maspeth, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Maspeth, NY

Average snowfall in December - Maspeth, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Maspeth, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Maspeth, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maspeth, 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
Maspeth, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Maspeth, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Maspeth, NY

Average UV index in December - Maspeth, 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
Maspeth, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Maspeth, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Maspeth, NY

Average visibility in December - Maspeth, 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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