December weather forecast
Hewlett, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hewlett, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Hewlett's average temperature throughout the nights in December exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a cold 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hewlett, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Hewlett, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hewlett, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) 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 6:59 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 Hewlett, 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hewlett, records 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hewlett, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hewlett, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hewlett?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 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 many hours of sunshine does Hewlett have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is 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?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hewlett, NY

Average pressure in December - Hewlett, 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
Hewlett, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hewlett, 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 (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hewlett, NY

Average humidity in December - Hewlett, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hewlett, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hewlett, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Hewlett, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hewlett, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hewlett, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hewlett, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hewlett, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hewlett, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Hewlett, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hewlett, 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
Hewlett, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hewlett, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hewlett, NY

Average UV index in December - Hewlett, 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
Hewlett, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hewlett, 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
Hewlett, NY

Average visibility in December - Hewlett, 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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