December weather forecast
Great Neck Estates, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Great Neck Estates, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Great Neck Estates sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Night temperatures during December experience a slight downturn, averaging a still wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Great Neck Estates, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Great Neck Estates, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Great Neck Estates, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Great Neck Estates is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 48°F (8.9°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Great Neck Estates in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Great Neck Estates, records 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Great Neck Estates?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Great Neck Estates, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Great Neck Estates, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°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?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Great Neck Estates, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Neck Estates have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average temperature in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average pressure in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average wind speed in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average humidity in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average rainfall in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average snowfall in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Great Neck Estates, 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 sea temperature in December
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Great Neck Estates, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Great Neck Estates, 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: 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average UV index in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Great Neck Estates, 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
Great Neck Estates, NY

Average visibility in December - Great Neck Estates, 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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