December weather forecast
East Quogue, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Quogue, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). East Quogue experiences an average nighttime temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) in December, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In East Quogue, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In East Quogue, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148 days and collects up to 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in East Quogue. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In East Quogue, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In East Quogue, in December, the average water temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).
Note: Navigating the 48.9°F (9.4°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in East Quogue are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in East Quogue, the average high-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In East Quogue, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.9°F (9.4°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in East Quogue.

How many hours of sunshine does East Quogue have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Quogue, NY

Average temperature in December - East Quogue, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
East Quogue, NY

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

Average wind speed in December - East Quogue, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 15mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.2mph).

Average humidity in December
East Quogue, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
East Quogue, NY

Average rainfall in December - East Quogue, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
East Quogue, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East Quogue, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Quogue, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Quogue, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East Quogue, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
East Quogue, NY

Average sea temperature in December - East Quogue, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Quogue, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Quogue, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East Quogue, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
East Quogue, NY

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

Average cloud cover in December - East Quogue, 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 26).

Average visibility in December
East Quogue, NY

Average visibility in December - East Quogue, 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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