December weather forecast
East Meadow, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Meadow, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.3°F (2.4°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). East Meadow experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In East Meadow, New York, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.9 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In East Meadow, New York, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.3 snowfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in East Meadow, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in East Meadow, New York, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in East Meadow in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in East Meadow?

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

How many days does it rain in December in East Meadow?

In December, in East Meadow, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in East Meadow?

In East Meadow, New York, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Meadow?

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

How many hours of daylight does East Meadow have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in East Meadow?

On the first day of December in East Meadow, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Meadow?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in East Meadow?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in East Meadow?

In East Meadow, 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
East Meadow, NY

Average temperature in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°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 (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
East Meadow, NY

Average pressure in December - East Meadow, 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
East Meadow, NY

Average wind speed in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
East Meadow, NY

Average humidity in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
East Meadow, NY

Average rainfall in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
East Meadow, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Meadow, NY

Average snowfall in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Meadow, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 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 and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Meadow, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Meadow, 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
East Meadow, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East Meadow, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East Meadow, NY

Average UV index in December - East Meadow, 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
East Meadow, NY

Average cloud cover in December - East Meadow, 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
East Meadow, NY

Average visibility in December - East Meadow, 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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