December weather forecast
Shoreham, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Shoreham, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). During December's nights, Shoreham notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shoreham is 73%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Shoreham. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Shoreham. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Shoreham, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shoreham is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shoreham, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Shoreham?

In Shoreham, 43.9°F (6.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Shoreham?

In Shoreham, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Shoreham?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Shoreham?

In Shoreham, New York, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Shoreham?

December is the first month it typically snows in Shoreham, New York. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shoreham?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shoreham have in December?

In Shoreham, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shoreham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shoreham?

The average sunshine duration in December in Shoreham, New York, is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shoreham?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shoreham?

In Shoreham, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shoreham, NY

Average temperature in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shoreham, NY

Average pressure in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Shoreham, NY

Average wind speed in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shoreham, NY

Average humidity in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shoreham, NY

Average rainfall in December - Shoreham, 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 January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shoreham, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shoreham, NY

Average snowfall in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shoreham, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shoreham, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shoreham, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shoreham, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shoreham, NY

Average UV index in December - Shoreham, 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
Shoreham, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Shoreham, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Shoreham, NY

Average visibility in December - Shoreham, 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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