December weather forecast
Glen Oaks, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Glen Oaks, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In December, a low-temperature average of 35.6°F (2°C) is characteristic of Glen Oaks, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Glen Oaks, New York, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Glen Oaks, New York, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Glen Oaks, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glen Oaks, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Glen Oaks, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 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?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with 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?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average temperature in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°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 (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average pressure in December - Glen Oaks, 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average wind speed in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average humidity in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average rainfall in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average snowfall in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Oaks, 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average UV index in December - Glen Oaks, 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
Glen Oaks, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Glen Oaks, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Glen Oaks, NY

Average visibility in December - Glen Oaks, 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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