December weather forecast
Copiague, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Copiague, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) from November's cool 52.2°F (11.2°C). A steady low-temperature average of 37°F (2.8°C) is logged during December, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Copiague is 74%.

Rainfall

In Copiague, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Copiague, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. In Copiague, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.8 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) 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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Copiague, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Copiague, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Copiague?

In Copiague, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Copiague have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Copiague, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Copiague, NY

Average temperature in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Copiague, NY

Average pressure in December - Copiague, 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
Copiague, NY

Average wind speed in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Copiague, NY

Average humidity in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

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

Average rainfall in December
Copiague, NY

Average rainfall in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Copiague, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Copiague, NY

Average snowfall in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Copiague, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Copiague, 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: 4h and 5min

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
Copiague, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Copiague, NY

Average UV index in December - Copiague, 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
Copiague, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Copiague, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Copiague, NY

Average visibility in December - Copiague, 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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