December weather forecast
Oakland Gardens, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oakland Gardens, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Oakland Gardens's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). During the nights of December, the average low-temperature holds at a still icy 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oakland Gardens, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakland Gardens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Oakland Gardens, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15 snowfall days, and 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Oakland Gardens, New York, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Oakland Gardens, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Oakland Gardens is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oakland Gardens?

In Oakland Gardens, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Oakland Gardens, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland Gardens have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland Gardens have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Oakland Gardens?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average temperature in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average pressure in December - Oakland Gardens, 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
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average wind speed in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average humidity in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average rainfall in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average snowfall in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakland Gardens, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average UV index in December - Oakland Gardens, 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
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Oakland Gardens, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Oakland Gardens, NY

Average visibility in December - Oakland Gardens, 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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