December weather forecast
Shelter Island, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Shelter Island, New York, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Shelter Island notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Shelter Island's average low temperature, barely cooler than the daytime high, steadies at an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Shelter Island, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shelter Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.9 days and aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Shelter Island, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Shelter Island?

The high-temperature, in December, in Shelter Island, records 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shelter Island?

The average relative humidity in December in Shelter Island, New York, is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Shelter Island?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Shelter Island, New York. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Shelter Island?

In December, in Shelter Island, New York, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Shelter Island?

In December, in Shelter Island, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shelter Island?

December has the shortest days of the year in Shelter Island, New York, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shelter Island have in December?

In December, the average day length in Shelter Island is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shelter Island?

On the first day of December in Shelter Island, New York, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shelter Island?

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Shelter Island, New York.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelter Island have in December?

In Shelter Island, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shelter Island?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shelter Island.

What is the UV index reading in December in Shelter Island?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average temperature in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average pressure in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average wind speed in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average humidity in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average rainfall in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average snowfall in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelter Island, 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: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average UV index in December - Shelter Island, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Shelter Island, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Shelter Island, NY

Average visibility in December - Shelter Island, 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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