December weather forecast
Bayside, NY

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bayside, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Bayside's nocturnal December readings average at 34.5°F (1.4°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bayside, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bayside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bayside, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bayside, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bayside, New York, 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 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Bayside, New York, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bayside?

December temperatures in Bayside vary between a high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Bayside?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Bayside?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bayside is 75%.

How much does it rain in Bayside in December?

In December, in Bayside, New York, 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 Bayside?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Bayside?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bayside have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bayside?

On the first day of December in Bayside, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bayside?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bayside?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bayside?

In Bayside, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Bayside, NY

Average temperature in December - Bayside, 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).

Average pressure in December
Bayside, NY

Average pressure in December - Bayside, 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
Bayside, NY

Average wind speed in December - Bayside, 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).

Average humidity in December
Bayside, NY

Average humidity in December - Bayside, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Bayside, NY

Average rainfall in December - Bayside, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Bayside, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Bayside, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Bayside, NY

Average snowfall in December - Bayside, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Bayside, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Bayside, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bayside, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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).

Average sunshine days in December
Bayside, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Bayside, 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).

Average UV index in December
Bayside, NY

Average UV index in December - Bayside, 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
Bayside, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Bayside, 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).

Average visibility in December
Bayside, NY

Average visibility in December - Bayside, 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).

Bayside, New York, USA

Weather forecast for your location

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