December weather forecast
Greenvale, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Greenvale, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). December nights in Greenvale cool to an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C), a marginal decrease from its daytime equivalent.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Greenvale are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Greenvale, there are 22.2 snowfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Greenvale.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Greenvale in December?

The high-temperature in Greenvale, New York, during December is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Greenvale?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Greenvale?

In Greenvale, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Greenvale?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Greenvale. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Greenvale?

In December, in Greenvale, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Greenvale in December?

In Greenvale, New York, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenvale?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Greenvale?

In Greenvale, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Greenvale?

On the first day of December in Greenvale, New York, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenvale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Greenvale is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Greenvale?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Greenvale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Greenvale is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Greenvale, NY

Average temperature in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenvale, NY

Average pressure in December - Greenvale, 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
Greenvale, NY

Average wind speed in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

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
Greenvale, NY

Average humidity in December - Greenvale, 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
Greenvale, NY

Average rainfall in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenvale, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenvale, NY

Average snowfall in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenvale, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenvale, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenvale, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenvale, NY

Average UV index in December - Greenvale, 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
Greenvale, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Greenvale, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Greenvale, NY

Average visibility in December - Greenvale, 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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