December weather forecastPlainview, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Plainview, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).Temperature
With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Plainview's nighttime temperature in December experiences a slight dip from daytime highs, falling to an average of 35.8°F (2.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In Plainview, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plainview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.6 days and collects up to 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Plainview, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Plainview, New York, 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 4:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Plainview, 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 (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Plainview, NY
- Average pressure in December: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in December
Plainview, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Plainview, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Plainview, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Plainview, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Plainview, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Plainview, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Plainview, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 54min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Plainview, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Plainview, 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
Plainview, 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 28).
Average visibility in December
Plainview, 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).
