December weather forecast
Fresh Meadows, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fresh Meadows, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

Fresh Meadows's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). December's average low-temperature is a still wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fresh Meadows, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fresh Meadows, 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.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature in Fresh Meadows during December is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Fresh Meadows?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fresh Meadows?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fresh Meadows in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fresh Meadows have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 many hours of sunshine does Fresh Meadows have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average temperature in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average pressure in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average wind speed in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average humidity in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average rainfall in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average snowfall in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average UV index in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows, NY

Average visibility in December - Fresh Meadows, 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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