December weather forecast
Russell Gardens, NY

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Russell Gardens, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Consistently, Russell Gardens reports average nighttime temperatures of 34.5°F (1.4°C) during December, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Russell Gardens, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Russell Gardens. In Russell 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

December has the shortest days of the year, 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, in Russell Gardens, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Russell Gardens, 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 in Russell Gardens, New York. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Russell Gardens during December?

The high-temperature during December is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Russell Gardens?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Russell Gardens?

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

How much does it rain in Russell Gardens in December?

In December, in Russell Gardens, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Russell Gardens?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Russell Gardens?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Russell Gardens?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 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 Russell Gardens have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Russell Gardens?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Russell Gardens?

In Russell Gardens, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average temperature in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average pressure in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average wind speed in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average humidity in December - Russell 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%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average rainfall in December - Russell 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").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average snowfall in December - Russell 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").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Russell Gardens, 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: 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).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average UV index in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average visibility in December - Russell 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).

[Resources]

Russell Gardens, New York, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location