December weather forecast
Green Island, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Green Island, New York, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

In Green Island, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Green Island observes an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Green Island, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Green Island, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Green Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Green Island, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Green Island. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Green Island is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Green Island, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Green Island, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Green Island, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Green Island, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Green Island?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Green Island is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Green Island, NY

Average temperature in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Green Island, NY

Average pressure in December - Green Island, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Green Island, NY

Average wind speed in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Green Island, NY

Average humidity in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Green Island, NY

Average rainfall in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Green Island, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Green Island, NY

Average snowfall in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Green Island, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Green Island, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Green Island, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Green Island, NY

Average UV index in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Green Island, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Green Island, NY

Average visibility in December - Green Island, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (5mi).

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