December weather forecastPort Washington, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Port Washington, New York, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). During the month of December, Port Washington identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.Humidity
February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Port Washington, New York, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23 snowfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Port Washington, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).Note: Engaging in a swim in 48°F (8.9°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Port Washington is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Port Washington, New York, is 4.9h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in December
Port Washington, NY
- Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Port Washington, 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
Port Washington, NY
- Average wind speed in December: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Port Washington, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Port Washington, NY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.36").
Average rainfall days in December
Port Washington, NY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Port Washington, NY
- Average snowfall in December: 1.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Port Washington, NY
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Port Washington, NY
- Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Washington, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Port Washington, NY
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Port Washington, 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
Port Washington, 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).
Average visibility in December
Port Washington, 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).
