December weather forecast
Greenhurst, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Greenhurst, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°F (1.4°C) and min 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

In Greenhurst, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). Greenhurst consistently logs a low temperature averaging a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during December, a modest drop from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In Greenhurst, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Greenhurst, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Greenhurst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Greenhurst, the average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Greenhurst?

The high-temperature, in December, in Greenhurst, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Greenhurst, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Greenhurst, in December, during 17.1 snowfall days, 7.68" (195mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Greenhurst have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Greenhurst, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Greenhurst, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average temperature in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average pressure in December - Greenhurst, 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
Greenhurst, NY

Average wind speed in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average humidity in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and September (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average rainfall in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average snowfall in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Greenhurst, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average UV index in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Greenhurst, NY

Average visibility in December - Greenhurst, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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