December weather forecast
Northport, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Northport, New York, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Northport experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Northport, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 35.04" (890mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Northport. In Northport, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Northport, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.5 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Northport, in December, the average water temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).
Note: Diving into 48.9°F (9.4°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Northport is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Northport, New York, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Northport in December?

In December, in Northport, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Northport?

The average relative humidity in December in Northport, New York, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Northport?

In Northport, New York, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Northport?

In December, in Northport, New York, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Northport?

In Northport, New York, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.9°F (9.4°C). Swimming in 48.9°F (9.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northport?

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 Northport?

The average day length in December in Northport is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Northport?

On the first day of December in Northport, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Northport?

In Northport, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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 reading in December in Northport?

In Northport, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Northport, NY

Average temperature in December - Northport, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (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
Northport, NY

Average pressure in December - Northport, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Northport, NY

Average wind speed in December - Northport, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Northport, NY

Average humidity in December - Northport, 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
Northport, NY

Average rainfall in December - Northport, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Northport, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Northport, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Northport, NY

Average snowfall in December - Northport, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Northport, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Northport, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Northport, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Northport, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 49°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northport, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Northport, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Northport, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Northport, NY

Average UV index in December - Northport, 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
Northport, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Northport, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Northport, NY

Average visibility in December - Northport, 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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