December weather forecast
Huntington Bay, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Huntington Bay, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). An average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) characterizes Huntington Bay's December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 35.04" (890mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Huntington Bay, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.5 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Huntington Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.9°F (9.4°C).
Note: Navigating the 48.9°F (9.4°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Huntington Bay, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Huntington Bay, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Huntington Bay, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December?

In Huntington Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.9°F (9.4°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?

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

How many hours of daylight does Huntington Bay have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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 in Huntington Bay.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average pressure in December - Huntington Bay, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average wind speed in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average humidity in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average rainfall in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average snowfall in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 49°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Huntington Bay, 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
Huntington Bay, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average UV index in December - Huntington Bay, 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
Huntington Bay, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Huntington Bay, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Huntington Bay, NY

Average visibility in December - Huntington Bay, 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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