December weather forecastSands Point, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sands Point, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°F (1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). Sands Point records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of December, averaging a still wintry 33.8°F (1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.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
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Sands Point. In December, in Sands Point, New York, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sands Point, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 23 days and aggregates up to 8.23" (209mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Sands Point, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 48°F (8.9°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Sands Point is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Sands Point, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Sands Point 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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).
