December weather forecast
Center Moriches, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Center Moriches, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). Center Moriches observes a consistent average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In Center Moriches, 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 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Center Moriches, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.9 days and aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Center Moriches, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Center Moriches. 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 maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Center Moriches in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Center Moriches, is 44.8°F (7.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Center Moriches?

The average relative humidity in December in Center Moriches is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in Center Moriches?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Center Moriches. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Center Moriches in December?

In Center Moriches, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Center Moriches?

In December, in Center Moriches, New York, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Center Moriches?

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

How many hours of daylight does Center Moriches have in December?

In Center Moriches, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Center Moriches?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Center Moriches have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Center Moriches is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Center Moriches?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Center Moriches?

In Center Moriches, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average temperature in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average pressure in December - Center Moriches, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average wind speed in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 14mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average humidity in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average rainfall in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average snowfall in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 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
Center Moriches, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Center Moriches, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average UV index in December - Center Moriches, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Center Moriches, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Center Moriches, NY

Average visibility in December - Center Moriches, 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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